[Archived] Key won’t work on my 2012 Mercedes Benz C Class - is it the PIN code?

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Moonwalker
Member since April 2022 • 26 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2012 Mercedes Benz C Class

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 657 posts

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

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (3)

Alphamax
Member • 96 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2012 Mercedes Benz C Class. This looks promising.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 59 posts

My 2012 Mercedes Benz C Class has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 15, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 32 posts

Trying this out on my 2012 Mercedes Benz C Class today—hoping it works.

April 16, 2025 Reply

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