[Completed] Lost transponder code for my 2012 Kia Sedona - any ideas?

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Digitaldude
Member since November 2022 • 114 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 2012 Kia Sedona?

Posted on February 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1372 posts

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

Posted on February 26, 2025

Replies (5)

Icedragon
Member • 105 posts

Trying this out on my 2012 Kia Sedona today—hoping it works.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 27 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2012 Kia Sedona's key code.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 50 posts

Just tried this on my 2012 Kia Sedona—anyone else have success?

February 28, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 97 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2012 Kia Sedona.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 9 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2012 Kia Sedona. This looks promising.

March 02, 2025 Reply

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