[Confirmed Fix] How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2012 GMC Savana?

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Silverfox
Member since September 2021 • 65 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 2012 GMC Savana for key programming?

Posted on May 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1265 posts

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

Posted on May 18, 2025

Replies (4)

Rocketman
Member • 32 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2012 GMC Savanas?

May 18, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 95 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2012 GMC Savana?

May 19, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 25 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2012 GMC Savana key code too.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 49 posts

Trying this out on my 2012 GMC Savana today—hoping it works.

May 21, 2025 Reply

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