Attorneys general in 17 states want the federal government to recall millions of Kia and Hyundai cars because they are too easy to steal. Most Kia and Hyundai cars sold in the United States over the last decade do not have engine immobilizers. This device prevents the engine from starting unless the key is present. Videos on social media have shown how people can start these cars with just a screwdriver and a USB cord. California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Thursday blamed Kia and Hyundai for failing to install standard safety features. Representatives for Kia and Hyundai did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Bonta and the other attorneys general sent a letter on Thursday to NHTSA requesting a nationwide recall. The letter also was signed by attorneys general from Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington and the District of Columbia.