[Resolved] All keys lost for 2012 Honda Odyssey EX, how to retrieve code?

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Icemann
Member since September 2022 • 118 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2012 Honda Odyssey EX?

Posted on April 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 726 posts

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

Posted on April 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Crazycat
Member • 42 posts

Been here before with my 2012 Honda Odyssey EX. Let’s see if this one works.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 77 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2012 Honda Odyssey EX—need the code first.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 115 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2012 Honda Odyssey EX. This looks promising.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 98 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2012 Honda Odyssey EX's key code issue!

April 12, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 106 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2012 Honda Odyssey EX.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 12 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2012 Honda Odyssey EX.

April 14, 2025 Reply

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