[Issue Closed] Where do I find the key code for my 2012 BMW 528i?

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Darkhorse
Member since May 2023 • 22 posts

Need my 2012 BMW 528i's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on April 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 605 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 BMW 528i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 19, 2025

Replies (4)

Irongiant
Member • 32 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2012 BMW 528i. Giving it a go myself.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 28 posts

This thread might save my 2012 BMW 528i. Thanks everyone!

April 20, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 101 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2012 BMW 528i too.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 9 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2012 BMW 528i.

April 22, 2025 Reply

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