RS2026-2265
Resolution
Nashville sued Hyundai and Kia for failing to install standard anti-theft technology in their vehicles, which led to a surge in car thefts and higher costs for the Metro Nashville Police Department. The lawsuit is being settled, with Nashville receiving $747,819 after attorneys' fees, to be deposited into the General Fund.
Sponsors
Primary sponsor · District 35
Co-sponsors (1)
As filed on Legistar
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County’s public nuisance, negligence, and gross negligence claims against Hyundai Motor Company, Hyundai Motor America, Kia Corporation; and Kia America, Inc. in the amount of $747,819.00 and that said amount be paid into the General Fund.
Attachments
Data sourced from Nashville Metro Council Legistar. Last updated: October 5, 2026