2012 Hyundai ELANTRA

The software upgrade attempts to make older Hyundai vehicles more resilient to theft by modifying their vehicle control modules to not only activate the factory alarm when locking the doors, but also a special “ignition kill” feature that prevents thieves from starting the vehicle.

Approximately 272,100 Hyundai Accent, Elantra, Sonata Hybrid and Veloster vehicles are being recalled for a 12-volt outlet.