2024 Report Reveals Most Stolen Vehicles in Kenya: Toyota Dominates

The Association of Kenyan Insurers (AKI) report indicates that Toyota vehicles are the most stolen in Kenya, topping at 54.91% of all thefts in 2024. Overall, 327 vehicles were reported stolen, a 28% decrease from 2023. Recovery rates are low at 15.92%. Station wagons and white vehicles are particularly targeted.

A recent report by the Association of Kenyan Insurers (AKI) reveals that Toyota vehicles have the highest likelihood of being stolen in Kenya. The data, collected over the year 2024, indicates that Toyotas constituted 54.91% of all vehicle thefts in that period. Other brands frequently targeted include Isuzu at 12.88%, Mazda at 7.06%, Nissan at 5.83%, and Mitsubishi at 3.99%.

In total, 327 motor vehicles were reported stolen in 2024, reflecting a 28% decrease from the 419 thefts recorded in 2023. This reduction may be attributed to enhanced security protocols and increased awareness among vehicle owners and law enforcement. However, the recovery rate for stolen vehicles remains troubling, with only 15.92% successfully retrieved.

Vehicles registered with the prefix KDs were most frequently stolen, accounting for 50.15%, followed by KCs with 35.17%, KBs at 10.40%, and KAs at 1.83%. Additionally, station wagons represented the majority of thefts at 67.80%. Other key body types targeted were lorries (11.46%), saloons (6.81%), and pick-ups (3.72%).

White vehicles topped the list of stolen colors, making up 39.80%, with silver at 16.72% and black at 15.38%. Furthermore, most stolen vehicles had an insured value less than Sh1 million (32.52%). Vehicles valued between Sh1 million and Sh2 million accounted for 26.07%, while those above Sh3 million made up 27.3%. The report highlights that the most expensive stolen vehicle was a Mitsubishi lorry worth Sh12.2 million.

Concerning the nature of theft, the predominant case involved parts being stolen (54.28%), while vehicles stolen from parked locations constituted 31.91%, and hijackings were recorded at 7.24%.

The report underscores the alarming trend of vehicle theft in Kenya, particularly highlighting Toyota as the most targeted brand. Despite a marked decline in overall theft numbers, vehicle recovery rates are still low. The analysis of theft patterns, including registration prefixes, body types, and vehicle colors, provides essential insights for preventative measures. Stealing vehicle parts remains a notable concern, warranting further attention from security agencies.

Original Source: www.the-star.co.ke