Most Frequently Stolen Vehicles in Kenya: 2024 Report Findings

The Association of Kenyan Insurers has identified Toyota vehicles as the most stolen in Kenya, comprising 54.91% of thefts in 2024, with a total of 327 vehicles stolen, down 28% from 2023. Recovery rates are low at 15.92%, and station wagons were the most targeted type. White vehicles lead in theft totals, and the majority of stolen vehicles have insured values under Sh1 million.

The Association of Kenyan Insurers (AKI) has published a report revealing Toyota vehicles as the most frequently stolen brand in Kenya. This information is drawn from data collected from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Specifically, the report indicates that Toyota vehicles constituted 54.91% of all vehicle thefts reported within this timeframe.

Other vehicle makes frequently targeted by thieves include Isuzu at 12.88%, Mazda at 7.06%, Nissan at 5.83%, and Mitsubishi at 3.99%. In total, 327 motor vehicles were stolen in 2024, reflecting a notable 28% decline from the 419 thefts recorded in 2023. This downward trend may indicate enhanced security measures and increased awareness among vehicle owners.

While the reduction in vehicle thefts is promising, the report raises concerns regarding recovery rates, with only 15.92% of stolen vehicles being reclaimed. Vehicles with registration numbers beginning with KDs were the most frequently stolen, with a percentage of 50.15%, followed by KCs at 35.17%, KBs at 10.40%, and KAs at 1.83%.

Regarding vehicle types, station wagons are the highest among thefts, accounting for 67.80% of all incidents. Other notably targeted body types include lorries at 11.46%, saloons at 6.81%, and pickups at 3.72%. In terms of color, white vehicles dominate theft statistics at 39.80%, followed by silver at 16.72% and black at 15.38%.

The report further mentions that a significant portion of stolen vehicles, 32.52%, had an insured value of less than Sh1 million, while 26.07% fell between Sh1 million and Sh2 million. Notably, the most valuable vehicle stolen was a Mitsubishi lorry with an estimated value of Sh12.2 million. Types of theft reported include parts theft at 54.28%, theft of parked vehicles at 31.91%, and hijackings at 7.24%.

The 2024 report by the Association of Kenyan Insurers highlights Toyota vehicles as the most targeted for theft in Kenya, accounting for a significant majority of reported cases. Despite an overall decline in vehicle thefts, recovery rates remain alarmingly low, with just over 15% success in retrieving stolen vehicles. The data also outlines theft patterns concerning vehicle registration numbers, body types, colors, and insured values, underlining the need for ongoing vigilance and improved security measures.

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