On average, a vehicle theft occurred in California every four minutes in 2025, according to the Highway Patrol. Of the 133,372 autos stolen statewide last year, 84% were recovered — a total of 111,661 vehicles. More than half were returned to their owners in drivable condition, the state agency reported.
“The CHP remains committed to holding offenders accountable, recovering stolen vehicles and working with our law enforcement partners to make our communities safer,” CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee said.