[Closed] Lost only key - how to recover code for 2011 Dodge Caliber

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Laughingman
Member since August 2022 • 24 posts

How can I retrieve my 2011 Dodge Caliber's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on August 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1041 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Dodge Caliber. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 26, 2024

Replies (5)

Zombiehunt
Member • 30 posts

My 2011 Dodge Caliber's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

August 26, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 17 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2011 Dodge Caliber.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 17 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2011 Dodge Caliber.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 78 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2011 Dodge Caliber?

August 29, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 146 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2011 Dodge Caliber key issue.

August 30, 2024 Reply

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