[Update] Lost key code for my 2008 Jeep Commander - what can I do?

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Goldeneye
Member since September 2021 • 120 posts

How can I obtain my 2008 Jeep Commander's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on November 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1417 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Jeep Commander. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 22, 2024

Replies (3)

Turboboost
Member • 22 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2008 Jeep Commander.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 71 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2008 Jeep Commander.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 31 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2008 Jeep Commander for days.

November 24, 2024 Reply

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