SEATTLE – Hyundai can get free anti-theft software this week at four locations in Western Washington.
The manufacturer delivers the software to the following locations:
“The cell clinic aims to complement Hyundai’s nationwide network of intermediaries and carry out additional and flexible upgrade services of Hyundai’s anti-theft software for consumers who continue to be impacted by theft,” Hyundai wrote online. “Specially trained cellular service technicians will be on-site to install and complete the software update, which takes less than 30 minutes. “
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Hyundai owners don’t want to make an appointment to get the software.
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“These events are part of a larger effort to reduce the number of thefts of these cars in the Puget Sound area, after a popular online trend led to an increase in Kia and Hyundai car thefts,” the city of Bellevue wrote in a news release. communiqué. . ” Owners of the affected Hyundai cars will need to attend the walk-in events and get a free protection software update or ignition hardware update that will take approximately 20 minutes. Owners can also get a flywheel lock and a crime prevention program. “.
Information from the Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force:
HYUNDAI OWNERS: We would like to remind you of the occasion of installing Hyundai’s anti-theft software this weekend. You don’t want an appointment and the upgrade is FREE. The following cars have a keyed ignition transfer and NEED a software update:
2018 – 2022 Accent
Elantra 2011-2022
2013-2020 Elantra GT
2013-2014 Genesis Coupe
Kona 2018-2022
Palisade 2020 – 2021
2013 – 2022 Santa Fe
2013-2018 Santa Fe Sport
Santa Fe XL 2019
Sonata 2011-2019
2011 – 2022 Tucson
Veloster 2012-2017
Veloster 2019 – 2021
2020 – 2021 Location
The software update modifies certain modules in Hyundai cars equipped with popular “turnkey to start” ignition systems. As a result, locking the doors will trigger the factory alarm and activate a “firewall” feature so that the vehicle cannot start when subjected to the popularized flight mode.
The upgrade is done by Hyundai technicians, takes approximately 30 minutes, and features an air-conditioned visitor waiting area.
Please one of those places this weekend:
TACOMA DOME
Friday | AM – 6 PM
Saturday | 8 a. m. – five p. m.
Sunday | a. m. – 2 p. m.
FACTORY SHOPPING CENTER
Friday & Saturday | AM – 6 PM
Sunday | a. m. – 2 p. m.
ROBERT LARSON HYUNDAI | 7601 ESTACOMA HIGHWAY | TACOMA
Saturday | 8 a. m. – five p. m.
DUG’S HYUNDAI | 22130 HIGHWAY | EDMONDS
Saturday | Nine a. m. – 3 p. m.
There are also FREE idler locks, which we value as a visual deterrent, even after the update.
To see if your vehicle wants an upgrade, use Hyundai’s VIN checker: