[ralph_venue]

Read the Article from MSN.

Hyundai releases anti-theft software upgrade for 4 million cars after insurers drop some models (msn.com)

Which cars get the updates?
The updates will be available depending on model year and make.


February 14:

• 2017-2020 Elantra
• 2015-2019 Sonata
• 2020-2021 Venue

June 2023:

• 2018-2022 Accent
• 2011-2016 Elantra
• 2021-2022 Elantra
• 2018-2020 Elantra GT
• 2011-2014 Genesis Coupe
• 2018-2022 Kona
• 2020-2021 Palisade
• 2013-2018 Santa Fe Sport
• 2013-2022 Santa Fe
• 2019 Santa Fe XL
• 2011-2014 Sonata
• 2011-2022 Tucson
• 2012-2017, 2019-2021 Veloster

 

[imaddicted2u]

"The upgrade modifies vehicle control modules on Hyundai vehicles that have standard “turn-key-to-start” ignition systems."

 

[Slowhand]

"The upgrade modifies vehicle control modules on Hyundai vehicles that have standard “turn-key-to-start” ignition systems."

My 2021 Ultimate has a keyless ignition so I should be okay.

 

[imaddicted2u]

The article specifies that key start models need the software update.
Based on what I read in the service manual the button start models uses encrypted comms between the key fob and the car.
Key start models use a passive transponder embedded in the key.

 

[Nifty_Biscuit]

My gf's Venue doesn't need the update, but I am curious. It this an update that can be done at home, or is this another situation where only a dealership is allowed to do the update?

 

[imaddicted2u]

My gf's Venue doesn't need the update, but I am curious. It this an update that can be done at home, or is this another situation where only a dealership is allowed to do the update?

From the Hyundai press release:
"The free upgrade will be performed by Hyundai dealers and will take less than one hour for installation. "

https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/releases/3768

 

[Nifty_Biscuit]

From the Hyundai press release:
"The free upgrade will be performed by Hyundai dealers and will take less than one hour for installation. "

https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/releases/3768

Well that's dumb

 

[venue1947]

this is from a post I made earlier on this topic...this will explain what is happening in Canada.

 

[venue1947]

this is from a post I made earlier on this topic...this will explain what is happening in Canada.

here's a site that looks like this would be a good thing to get.

 

[QLENFG]

The article I read previously says the "software update" will make the alarm sound for 1 minute, instead of 30 seconds, and the key will have to be physically inserted in the lock for the vehicle to start -- and they made info all this public? Oh, and you get a sticker to warn thieves. Glad our Kia is not on the list.

 

[imaddicted2u]

The article I read previously says the "software update" will make the alarm sound for 1 minute, instead of 30 seconds, and the key will have to be physically inserted in the lock for the vehicle to start -- and they made info all this public? Oh, and you get a sticker to warn thieves. Glad our Kia is not on the list.

It all depends on locking/unlocking the doors with the key fob...
"locking the doors with the key fob will set the factory alarm and activate an “ignition kill” feature so the vehicles cannot be started when subjected to the popularized theft mode. Customers must use the key fob to unlock their vehicles to deactivate the “ignition kill” feature."....and...you get a sticker...lol.

 

[ralph_venue]

I want my sticker!

 

[imaddicted2u]

I want my sticker!

Here ya go....lol

 

[justin1138]

I got a letter from Hyundai today to call and schedule a time to bring it in to get the software update. Ugh. It's 30 km away, but it's 2 km from where my mom is at (alzheimer's care facility), so I will see her after it's done. I go there at least 3 times a week.

 

[Chicago Jake]

I just got my letter today. Don't know when I'll have time to take it in, but will report back after I do.

I don't have a problem unlocking the doors with the fob; that's pretty much your only choice anyway, unless you want to use the "hidden" keyholes. But I don't want to have to lock it with the fob; I've pretty much trained myself to lock it with the door button as I climb out. I wonder if it will work if you do both?