[Resolved] 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Yellowdog
Member since July 2022 • 150 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular - help?

Posted on December 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Voodoochild
Member • 91 posts

Worked for someone with a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular? Need to hear it!

December 29, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 56 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular, would this method still work?

December 30, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 77 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular this weekend.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 62 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular, hope someone can help.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 103 posts

My 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 144 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular. This is a lifesaver.

January 03, 2025 Reply

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