The AKI report indicates that Toyota vehicles are the most stolen in Kenya, comprising 54.91% of thefts in 2024. Overall motor vehicle thefts decreased by 28% compared to 2023, but recovery rates remain low at 15.92%. Station wagons and white vehicles are particularly targeted, with significant thefts occurring in parked situations and high incidences of part theft.
A report from the Association of Kenyan Insurers (AKI) has highlighted that Toyota vehicles are the most vulnerable to theft in Kenya. This analysis, based on data collected within the year 2024, indicates that Toyotas constitute 54.91 percent of all stolen vehicles. The specific mention states, “Toyota remains the most frequently stolen brand, accounting for 54.91% of reported cases.” Other significantly targeted brands include Isuzu (12.88%), Mazda (7.06%), Nissan (5.83%), and Mitsubishi (3.99%).
The total number of vehicles reported stolen in 2024 was 327, which reflects a substantial decrease of 28 percent from the 419 thefts recorded in 2023. The report elucidates that this decline points towards enhanced security measures and greater awareness among both vehicle owners and law enforcement agencies. However, it notes that recovery rates for stolen vehicles are concerning, with a mere 15.92 percent of stolen vehicles being successfully retrieved.
Additionally, the report indicates that vehicles registered with numbers beginning with “KDs” are the most frequently stolen at 50.15 percent. Other notable registrations include “KCs” (35.17%), “KBs” (10.40%), and “KAs” (1.83%). Regarding vehicle types, station wagons emerged as the most stolen at a staggering 67.80 percent, followed by lorries (11.46%), saloons (6.81%), and pick-ups (3.72%).
In terms of color, white vehicles were predominantly stolen, accounting for 39.80 percent of thefts, while silver and black vehicles represented 16.72 percent and 15.38 percent, respectively. The study further highlights that a significant portion of stolen vehicles had an insured value of less than Sh1 million, making up 32.52 percent of the total, while 26.07 percent were valued between Sh1 million and Sh2 million, and 27.3 percent exceeded Sh3 million. Notably, a Mitsubishi lorry valued at Sh12.2 million was the most expensive vehicle reported stolen.
The theft of vehicle parts accounted for 54.28 percent of cases, while thefts occurring during parked situations constituted 31.91 percent, and hijackings made up 7.24 percent of incidents.
In summary, the AKI report reveals that Toyota vehicles are the most frequently stolen in Kenya, accounting for over half of all reported thefts in 2024. While there has been a significant decline in overall vehicle theft incidents, the recovery rate remains low, highlighting continued challenges in securing stolen vehicles. The data also details trends in vehicle registration numbers, body types, and colors that are most susceptible to theft, further emphasizing the need for vigilant security measures among vehicle owners.
Original Source: www.the-star.co.ke
