Steering column lock mechanisms are designed to prevent theft and enhance vehicle security. However, certain car models are known to have issues with locking columns that can leave drivers stranded.

If you drive a lower-trimmed Hyundai or Kia, there’s a chance that someone could try to tamper with your car. Unfortunately, it’s fairly easy thanks to the design of the ignition, and it’s ...

Having your car stolen is not just an inconvenience and an expense; it also shakes your sense of security. In many cases, crimes occur because the target is accessible, prompting criminals to seize ...

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with electronic column lock systems (ECL), when the ignition switch is turned to LOCK the ECL prevents turning of the steering system. When the vehicle is ...

The keys were already prone to falling out of the ignition and the lock cylinder had been acting flaky for quite some time. Also, the turn signal switch would only work in one direction because the ...