[Status: Resolved] Does a 2010 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR have a key code or just a PIN?

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Codemaster
Member since November 2021 • 83 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR for key programming?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1922 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Pixelpusher
Member • 5 posts

Same issue here with my 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR, let me know if it works.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 45 posts

Trying this on my 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR later. Will report back.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 119 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 136 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR too.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 48 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR!

February 20, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 75 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2012 Nissan Sentra 20 SR for days.

February 21, 2025 Reply

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