[Recommended Fix] My 2012 Nissan Armada says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Youngturk
Member since October 2021 • 81 posts

Need my 2012 Nissan Armada's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on May 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Nissan Armada. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 17, 2025

Replies (5)

Pandaexpress
Member • 56 posts

Was about to tow my 2012 Nissan Armada. Let me try this first.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 141 posts

Does this method work for the 2012 Nissan Armada models from 2010 onward?

May 18, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 83 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2012 Nissan Armada's key code.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 5 posts

Trying this on my 2012 Nissan Armada later. Will report back.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 143 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2012 Nissan Armada. This is a lifesaver.

May 21, 2025 Reply

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