[Recommended Fix] Security risks sharing key code for 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class

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Hackman
Member since March 2022 • 66 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class?

Posted on April 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 05, 2025

Replies (5)

Unicorn
Member • 28 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class. Need the code badly.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 15 posts

Same problem on my 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class. Watching for any working solutions.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 53 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class. This might do it.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 52 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class—might work for mine too.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 130 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2001 Mercedes Benz CL Class's mystery code.

April 09, 2025 Reply

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