These 10 vehicles are stolen the most, U.S. report says. Is yours on the list?
Auto theft percentages are down nationwide this year compared to 2024, but Texas still ranks in the top 10 for states with the most reported stolen cars, according to a new report.
The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) made an analysis of vehicle thefts for the first six months of 2025. There were a total of 334,114 vehicle thefts reported across the country during that timeframe, which is a 23 percent decrease from the same time in 2024.
For every 100,000 residents in Texas, there were around 124 reports of auto theft for the first six months of 2025. This makes Texas No. 8 in the country for the most stolen vehicles reported.
Washington D.C. was ranked No. 1, while California and Nevada trailed behind at Nos. 2 and 3, respectively.
Let’s take a deeper look into the Texas numbers and how you can prevent auto theft.
What is auto theft like in Fort Worth?
In 2024, Fort Worth City Council reported that there were a total of 2,837 stolen vehicles from May to October 2024 — a roughly 4 percent increase in auto theft compared to the same time period in 2023. The most commonly stolen types of car were Chevrolet, Kia and Hyundai.
City officials also said that Kia and Hyundai models made from 2011 to 2022 were targeted due to their lack of an immobilizer, which is a device that prevents the car from starting without the key.
Which cars are stolen the most nationwide?
The NICB found that the following cars are the top 10 most-targeted for theft nationwide (starting with the most stolen):
- Hyundai Elantra
- Hyundai Sonata
- Honda Accord
- Chevrolet Silverado
- Honda Civic
- Kia Optima
- Ford F150
- Toyota Camry
- Honda CR-V
- Kia Soul
Ways to prevent auto theft
The NICB suggests these tips to prevent auto theft:
- Always park in well-lit areas.
- Always ensure your windows are all the way rolled up.
- Always lock your doors.
- Always turn your vehicle off when you exit. Never leave it running and unattended.
- Always take your keys with you.
- Use a steering wheel lock.
- Install an audible alarm.
- Install a kill switch (stops your car when activated).
- Place GPS technology like Air tags in your vehicle.