[Solved] My 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring is bricked - dealer says key code issue

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Uncleben
Member since December 2021 • 83 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring?

Posted on September 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Codemaster
Member • 84 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring—need the code first.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 61 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 69 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring. Thanks!

September 10, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 77 posts

I think my 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 122 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring. Huge thanks!

September 12, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 105 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2011 Chrysler 200 Touring, following this thread.

September 13, 2024 Reply

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