Mercer County Sheriff Announces Program to Distribute Free Hyundai Steering Wheel Locks

MERCER COUNTY, NJ - Mercer County Sheriff Jack Kemler has announced a short-term partnership with Hyundai USA to offer free steering wheel locks for area Hyundai owners.

According to a statement by Kemler these particular vehicles have become common targets for thieves after nationwide social media videos incited a rise in vehicle thefts.

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"Steering wheel locks, if used consistently and properly, will provide another layer of security to prevent a car from being stolen," Kemler said. "While nothing is 100% when it comes to outsmarting car thieves, we know that the more difficult you make it, the less likely you are to be a victim of automobile theft."

In order to obtain a wheel lock residents should make an appointment with the Sheriff's Programs Unit at 640 South Broad Street in Trenton by calling 609-209-2880 or sending an email by clicking here. Residents will then be required to present a valid New Jersey driver's license, and provide proof of owning a certain Hyundai model on their vehicle registration.

Eligible Hyundai models are:

• 2018-2022 Accent
• 2011-2022 Elantra
• 2013-2020 Elantra GT
• 2013-2014 Genesis Coupe
• 2018-2022 Kona
• 2020-2021 Palisade
• 2013-2022 Santa Fe
• 2013-2018 Santa Fe Sport
• 2019 Santa Fe XL
• 2011-2019 Sonata
• 2011-2022 Tucson
• 2012-2017 Veloster
• 2019-2021 Veloster
• 2020-2021 Venue

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