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‘Public nuisance’: New York sues Hyundai and Kia, alleging their cars are easy to steal

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By Jihye Lee

June 7, 2023

South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia are being sued for causing a “public nuisance,” according to a complaint filed in Manhattan federal court.

New York City is accusing the two firms of failing to install devices that prevent cars from being stolen, after a social media challenge prompted young teens to steal vehicles off the street by hot wiring them using a USB cable.

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