Honda Accord Remained Most Stolen Car in South Carolina
The vehicle model topped state theft lists through the first half of 2026, consistent with previous years.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Property Crime
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The Honda Accord held its position as the most frequently stolen vehicle in South Carolina throughout the first half of 2026. This trend continued despite a nationwide 23% decrease in total vehicle thefts during 2025.
Why it matters
Vehicles are frequently targeted by thieves due to the high market demand for their specific parts and their ability to blend in with standard traffic patterns. Understanding these patterns helps identify areas where vehicle security remains a significant challenge.
South Carolina recorded 5,025 vehicle thefts in the first half of 2025, resulting in a rate of 91.72 thefts per 100,000 residents. High-volume reports included 1,196 thefts in Greenville County, 642 in Spartanburg County, and 482 in Anderson County.
The players
National Insurance Crime Bureau
This non-profit organization provides data and analysis regarding insurance fraud and vehicle theft trends across the United States.
The details
The Honda Accord was previously identified as the most stolen vehicle in South Carolina throughout 2024 and 2025. Across the United States, 659,880 vehicles were reported stolen during the 2025 calendar year.
Timeline
The Honda Accord was the most stolen vehicle in the state in 2024.
South Carolina recorded 5,025 vehicle thefts in the first half of 2025.
The National Insurance Crime Bureau released its national vehicle theft list in October 2025.
The Honda Accord remained the most stolen vehicle in South Carolina in the first half of 2026.
Legal Context
This report provides the national context against which South Carolina's specific vehicle theft patterns are measured following the 2025 National Insurance Crime Bureau vehicle theft report. Local theft rates are being evaluated against broader legislative and law enforcement efforts to curb property crime.
Residents in high-volume areas like Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson counties should remain vigilant regarding vehicle security. Drivers are encouraged to utilize anti-theft devices to mitigate the risk of becoming a victim of property crime.
The takeaway
Vehicle owners can lower their risk by prioritizing secure parking and utilizing modern anti-theft technology. These statistics highlight the ongoing importance of regional security awareness regardless of national trends.
Further reading
For additional context on local trends, visit Property Crime in South Carolina.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Greenville News.
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