[It Worked!] Dealer wants $200 for 2012 Tesla Model S Signature PIN - other options?

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Pandaking
Member since May 2022 • 59 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2012 Tesla Model S Signature?

Posted on March 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1412 posts

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

Posted on March 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Icemann
Member • 139 posts

Really need the key code for my 2012 Tesla Model S Signature, thanks for sharing!

March 09, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 122 posts

My 2012 Tesla Model S Signature's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 61 posts

Trying this out on my 2012 Tesla Model S Signature today—hoping it works.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 68 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2012 Tesla Model S Signature.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 31 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2012 Tesla Model S Signature.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 43 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2012 Tesla Model S Signature.

March 14, 2025 Reply

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