[Solved] My 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Knightlight
Member since June 2023 • 104 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8?

Posted on April 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Rustynail
Member • 149 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 86 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8?

April 09, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 15 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 won’t recognize the key.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 99 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8?

April 11, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 148 posts

I have the same 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 129 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. Trying this instead.

April 13, 2025 Reply

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