[Closed] Help needed - 2012 Nissan Xterra X not recognizing replacement key

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Megabyte
Member since August 2021 • 121 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2012 Nissan Xterra X

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1521 posts

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

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Redbaron
Member • 128 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2012 Nissan Xterra X.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 51 posts

My 2012 Nissan Xterra X just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 140 posts

Same issue here with my 2012 Nissan Xterra X, let me know if it works.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 8 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2012 Nissan Xterra X this hard?!

November 24, 2024 Reply

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