[Solution] My 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT key was cloned but code still needed?

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Kungfupanda
Member since October 2022 • 44 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT?

Posted on October 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 547 posts

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

Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Frank
Member • 75 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 88 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2012 Dodge Challenger SXTs?

October 22, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 60 posts

I have a 2011 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT, will this method work for that year?

October 23, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 51 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT.

October 24, 2024 Reply

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