[Answered] My 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Zombiehunt
Member since March 2022 • 107 posts

How can I obtain my 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on September 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Flyingmonk
Member • 96 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE too.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 54 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 51 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE as well.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 68 posts

My 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 45 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SE.

September 19, 2024 Reply

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