[Update] European 2012 Audi TT key code in US - possible?

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Rustyshack
Member since July 2023 • 87 posts

Looking for my 2012 Audi TT's key code to program a new key

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1438 posts

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

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (4)

Rogueone
Member • 43 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2012 Audi TT. Thanks!

May 19, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 138 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2012 Audi TT, hope this helps.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 150 posts

Been stuck with my 2012 Audi TT for weeks. This might be the fix.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 38 posts

Been here before with my 2012 Audi TT. Let’s see if this one works.

May 22, 2025 Reply

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