America’s Most Stolen Cars in 2024

Marcus Lu
2025-06-21 08:12:00
www.visualcapitalist.com

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America’s Most Stolen Cars in 2024

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Key Takeaways

The Hyundai Elantra and the Hyundai Sonata were America’s most stolen vehicles of 2024
Hyundais and Kias produced between 2011 and 2021 lacked electronic engine immobilizers, which are a standard anti-theft feature found in most modern cars

In 2024, car theft continued to be a major issue across the United States, but certain vehicles were far more likely to be stolen than others.

This visualization ranks the 10 most stolen cars in the U.S., highlighting the overwhelming presence of Hyundai and Kia vehicles at the top of the list.

Data & Discussion

The data for this visualization comes from Finance Buzz. From sedans to pickup trucks, the numbers show just how frequently specific models were targeted—and why certain design flaws may have played a role.

Car	Total Stolen in 2024
Hyundai Elantra	31,712
Hyundai Sonata	26,720
Chevrolet Silverado 1500	21,666
Honda Accord	18,539
Kia Optima	17,493
Honda Civic	15,727
Kia Soul	13,562
Ford F150	12,952
Toyota Camry	12,296
Dodge Charger	11,452

Hyundai and Kia’s Missing Security Feature

The top two most stolen cars in 2024 were the Hyundai Elantra and Hyundai Sonata, with over 58,000 combined thefts. Kia’s Optima and Soul also made the top 10.

A major reason for this spike is that many Hyundai and Kia models produced between 2011 and 2021 lack electronic engine immobilizers—basic anti-theft tech now standard in most vehicles.

This omission made it easier for thieves to exploit vulnerabilities, especially after viral social media videos demonstrated how to steal these cars using simple tools.

The Big Picture on Auto Theft in America

U.S. auto theft peaked at 1,020,729 vehicles in 2023, with 2024 thefts totaling 850,708 (the lowest since the COVID-19 pandemic). The rise of remote hacking tools, economic pressures, and social media “theft challenges” have all contributed.

Pickup trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ford F150 were also frequently stolen, likely due to their high resale value and widespread popularity. Notably, popular sedans such as the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry continue to appear on theft lists year after year, a sign of ongoing demand in illegal car parts markets.

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