[Confirmed Fix] VIN-based key code for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe - is it reliable?

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Aceventura
Member since June 2022 • 38 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Posted on October 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1490 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 29, 2024

Replies (5)

Rustynail
Member • 132 posts

Key code problems with my 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe as well. Subscribed!

October 29, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 79 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 150 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. Need the code badly.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 85 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe as well.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 74 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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