Hyundai is accelerating the rollout of a software upgrade for vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers as part of its response to the nationwide hotwiring frenzy spurred by social media posts showing how to easily steal models lacking the anti-theft device.
At the same time, AAA is stepping in to help Hyundai secure insurance coverage for owners of affected vehicles, following State Farm and Progressive’s decision to stop writing new policies for models without immobilizers.
AAA will provide support for owners having “difficulty securing and sustaining auto insurance as a result of the increased criminal activity targeting Hyundai vehicles,” Hyundai Motor America CEO Randy Parker said in a statement.
AAA insurers will issue new and renewal policies for eligible affected Hyundai customers in all states except Alaska, Massachusetts and Washington, where it does not offer insurance.
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