Critical Information of Vehicle Theft

All types of vehicles - automobiles, motorcycles and commercial equipment - are at risk for theft. LoJack has collected information from a variety of well-respected sources to help you learn about all types of vehicle theft. For those wishing to do more in depth research, we have provided links to key sites.

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Vehicle Theft Statistics:

2010 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Statistics:

• Nearly 740,000 vehicles were reported stolen in 2010
• In U.S., one vehicle stolen every 43 seconds
• Estimated total value of vehicles stolen nationwide is nearly 4 billion

2010 National Insurance Crime Bureau Statistics (released 9/11):

Car, Truck and SUV Theft

Top Makes and Models Stolen and Recovered in U.S.:

1. 1994 Honda Accord     
2. 1995 Honda Civic                                                                      
3. 1991 Toyota Camry                                                                  
4. 1999 Chevrolet Pickup (Full Size)                                            
5. 1997 Ford F150 Series/Pickup                                                 
6. 2004 Dodge Ram                                                                     
7. 2000 Dodge Caravan                                                               
8. 1994 Acura Integra                                                                   
9. 2002 Ford Explorer   
10. 1999 Ford Taurus                                                                    

Thieves choose these vehicles because of the huge profit potential when the cars are stripped down to their components, which then supply a vast black market for stolen parts

• Popularity of mini vans, pickups, trucks, and sport utility vehicles is making them an increasingly attractive target for thieves
• Vehicle theft is the costliest property crime in the U.S., costing consumers more than $4.5 billion annually
• Nearly 40% of all vehicle thefts occur in or near ports or border communities

States With The Most Stolen and Recovered Vehicles:

1. California
2. Texas
3. Florida
4. Georgia
5. Illinois
6. Michigan
7. Washington 
8. Arizona 
9. Ohio 
10. New York

Motorcycle Theft

• Nearly 50,000 motorcycle were reported stolen in 2010 representing a loss of more than $370 million
• In U.S., more than 5 motorcycles are stolen every hour 
• Typical recovery rate of motorcycles is only 25-30%

In 2010 the five states with the highest motorcycle theft rates were:

1. California
2. Texas
3. Florida
4. North Carolina 
5. Indiana

In 2010 the most stolen motorcycles are:

1. Honda
2. Yamaha
3. Suzuki
4. Kawasaki
5. Harley-Davidson

Construction Theft

The criminal world has discovered a lucrative and growing market: heavy construction equipment. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, close to $1 billion a year is lost nationwide due to the theft of construction equipment and tools.