I honestly don't know but I am guessing thier vehicle import regulations are far more relaxed than Thailand because they import all their vehicles simply because they don't have a vehicle manufacturing industry and they drive on the same side of the road as the USA
If you have never been there before then I suggest an extended trip and travel around the country and have a good look
I can only offer my personal experiences and never had a problem after several trips to Cambodia including Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville..
In fact after more than 30 trips through SE Asia in over 20+ years the only thing I ever lost was a phone once in Bangkok years ago which was completely my own fault anyway..
I would take far less notice of the reviews which tend to attract mostly people who have something to complain about and just focus on your own instincts and common sense.. 😁
Sounds like you are being a little paranoid in my opinion..
I have been to Cambodia and Phnom Penh several times and never had any problems with theft ..
You just need to use some common sense and don't offer easy opportunities for pick pockets or leave your personal items laying around the same as you do anywhere you travel and especially in SE Asia..
Don't get very drunk or drugged and leave yourself as an easy target is also a good idea.
If you cannot manage basic things like that then perhaps Cambodia isn't the place for you.