[It Worked!] My 2015 2016 fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Digitalnomad
Member since March 2022 • 102 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2015 2016 to make keys?

Posted on October 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1878 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2015 2016. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Voodooman
Member • 30 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2015 2016. Thanks!

October 12, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 117 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2015 2016.

October 13, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 37 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2015 2016, hope someone can help.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 25 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2015 2016's mystery code.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 70 posts

My 2015 2016 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

October 16, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 130 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2015 2016's key code issue!

October 17, 2024 Reply

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