Hyundai / Kia Offers States $200 Million For TikTok Theft Lawsuit to Go Away

The Hyundai and Kia theft situation has been going on for too long. The rightfully upset owners of the vulnerable vehicles have filed class-action lawsuits against the Korean companies, and the two automakers have agreed to offer a hefty settlement. 

 

In case you're unfamiliar with the issue (although if you live in the US, that's highly unlikely), here's the gist of it. A TikTok challenge showcased how easy it was to start and steal certain Kia and Hyundai vehicles by removing the ignition cover and using a screwdriver or a USB cable to fire up the engine. The at-risk vehicles were certain 2015-2021 Hyundais and some Kias produced between 2011 and 2021 with key ignition and without an electric immobilizer.