[Resolved] Dealer refusing key code for my 2012 Toyota Camry - options?

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Hotwheels
Member since December 2022 • 58 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2012 Toyota Camry

Posted on December 29, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Toyota Camry. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Vectorprime
Member • 75 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2012 Toyota Camry. Giving it a go myself.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 117 posts

Will this work for older 2012 Toyota Camrys? Mine's a 2009.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 28 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2012 Toyota Camry.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 150 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2012 Toyota Camry, would this method still work?

January 02, 2025 Reply

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