Toyota Vehicles Most Likely to Be Stolen in Kenya According to AKI Report

The AKI report indicates that Toyota vehicles are the most commonly stolen in Kenya, accounting for 54.91% of thefts in 2024. Though overall vehicle theft has declined by 28% from 2023, recovery rates remain low. Most stolen vehicles were registered as KDs, with station wagons as the primary body type. The most frequently stolen color was white, and theft of vehicle parts was most prevalent.

A recent report from the Association of Kenyan Insurers (AKI) has revealed that Toyota vehicles are the most targeted for theft in Kenya. The data, compiled for the year 2024, indicates that 54.91% of stolen vehicles were Toyotas. This highlights a persistent trend, as Toyota continues to be the most frequently stolen brand in the country.
Other makes that were notably targeted include Isuzu at 12.88%, Mazda at 7.06%, Nissan at 5.83%, and Mitsubishi at 3.99%. In total, 327 motor vehicles were reported stolen in 2024, reflecting a significant decline of 28% compared to the 419 vehicle thefts recorded in 2023.
The AKI attributed this reduction to improved security measures and heightened awareness among vehicle owners and law enforcement agencies. However, the report raised concerns about recovery rates, which stood at only 15.92% of stolen vehicles being successfully recovered.
The report further detailed that vehicles with registration numbers beginning with KDs were the most commonly stolen, accounting for 50.15%, followed by KCs at 35.17%, KBs at 10.40%, and KAs at 1.83%. Among various vehicle body types, station wagons represented the most stolen category, making up 67.80% of theft cases.
The data also revealed that white vehicles were the most frequently stolen, comprising 39.80% of incidents, followed by silver at 16.72% and black at 15.38%. Moreover, most of the stolen vehicles had an insured value of less than Sh1 million, representing 32.52%. Those valued between Sh1 million and Sh2 million made up 26.07%, while vehicles over Sh3 million accounted for 27.3%.
The report noted that the most expensive vehicle reported stolen was a Mitsubishi Lorry valued at Sh12.2 million. Regarding theft modes, parts theft was the highest at 54.28%, while vehicles stolen while parked constituted 31.91%, and hijackings accounted for 7.24%.
Overall, the report underscores the importance of continuous vigilance among vehicle owners and emphasizes the need for further improvements in vehicle recovery efforts.

In summary, the report by the Association of Kenyan Insurers highlights Toyota vehicles as the most frequently stolen in Kenya, representing a significant percentage of vehicle thefts. While the overall decline in theft cases suggests enhanced security measures, the low recovery rates and specific trends regarding body types and colors point to areas where further improvement is needed. It is crucial for vehicle owners to remain vigilant and for law enforcement to bolster recovery strategies.

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