[Fixed] 2012 Hyundai Veloster immobilizer code invalid - what now?

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Rocketman
Member since January 2023 • 66 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2012 Hyundai Veloster?

Posted on November 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1854 posts

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

Posted on November 26, 2024

Replies (6)

Yellowbird
Member • 141 posts

Was about to tow my 2012 Hyundai Veloster. Let me try this first.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 13 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2012 Hyundai Veloster's key code.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 148 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2012 Hyundai Veloster.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 86 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2012 Hyundai Veloster.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 48 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2012 Hyundai Veloster too.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 149 posts

My 2012 Hyundai Veloster needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 01, 2024 Reply

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