[Verified] Legal issues with sharing key code for 2012 Acura MDX

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Yellowsub
Member since August 2021 • 19 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2012 Acura MDX keys?

Posted on January 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1673 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Acura MDX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 15, 2025

Replies (4)

Electricslide
Member • 81 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2012 Acura MDX owner.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 63 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2012 Acura MDX.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 85 posts

Worked for someone with a 2012 Acura MDX? Need to hear it!

January 17, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 100 posts

Trying this on my 2012 Acura MDX later. Will report back.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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