[Status: Resolved] Lost key code for my 2001 Dodge Stratus - what can I do?

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Xrayvision
Member since March 2022 • 27 posts

Looking for my 2001 Dodge Stratus's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Dodge Stratus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 19, 2025

Replies (4)

Lionheart
Member • 95 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2001 Dodge Stratus for days.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 106 posts

My 2001 Dodge Stratus just blinks. I think this might fix it.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 149 posts

I have the same 2001 Dodge Stratus and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 131 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2001 Dodge Stratus too!

January 22, 2025 Reply

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