[Archived] 2012 Hyundai Accent SE key programming failed - what now?

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Quicksilver
Member since June 2023 • 10 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2012 Hyundai Accent SE

Posted on September 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1181 posts

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

Posted on September 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Xrayspecs
Member • 139 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2012 Hyundai Accent SE too.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 145 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2012 Hyundai Accent SE.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 138 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2012 Hyundai Accent SE's key code issue!

September 11, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 144 posts

Same issue here with my 2012 Hyundai Accent SE, let me know if it works.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 133 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2012 Hyundai Accent SE, following this thread.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 78 posts

My 2012 Hyundai Accent SE has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 14, 2024 Reply

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