[Working] Options when VIN is unreadable for 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base key code

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Alice
Member since September 2022 • 113 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base for programming keys?

Posted on January 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 733 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Supernova
Member • 90 posts

Been here before with my 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base. Let’s see if this one works.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 138 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base. Trying this now.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 73 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base's key code issue!

January 21, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 28 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base all week. Hope this helps.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 5 posts

Same problem on my 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base. Watching for any working solutions.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 53 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2011 Lexus RX 450h Base. Giving it a go myself.

January 24, 2025 Reply

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