If you're on any local neighbor Facebook groups or have a security camera you've probably gotten notifications about someone having their car stolen or broken into.

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Sometimes it's for a joy ride, other times it's for parts of the car that can be sold and probably the most common is personal items that can be sold for money.

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I've looked online and found out the top stolen vehicles in Michigan along with what the top things are that thieves steal when breaking into your ride.

Top Vehicles And Items Likely To Be Stolen In Michigan

According to recent data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the most frequently stolen vehicles in Michigan in 2023 were:

  • Jeep Grand Cherokee (1,357 thefts)
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  • Dodge Charger (847 thefts)
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  • Dodge Durango (776 thefts)
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  • Chrysler 300 (711 thefts)
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  • Ram 1500 (565 thefts)
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However, thieves don't just target entire vehicles in Michigan.

They also frequently steal valuable items from inside cars and trucks.

Some of the most commonly stolen items from vehicles in the state include:

CAR PARTS

Doors

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Engines

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Transmissions

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Catalytic converters

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Wheels and tires

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ELECTRONICS

Radios and stereo equipment

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GPS units

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Cell phones

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Laptops and tablets

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PERSONAL ITEMS

Purses, wallets and cash

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Jewelry and watches

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Garage door openers

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Vehicle registration and insurance documents

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To avoid having your vehicle or its contents stolen, experts recommend always locking your car, parking in well-lit areas when possible, and never leaving valuables in plain sight.

Installing an audible alarm system or visible anti-theft device can also deter thieves.

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If your vehicle is broken into or items are stolen, report it to the police immediately and contact your insurance company to file a claim.

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