[Closed] Dealer charging $150 for 2015 Volkswagen Passat key code - alternatives?

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Frank
Member since July 2022 • 135 posts

How can I obtain my 2015 Volkswagen Passat's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on August 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 657 posts

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

Posted on August 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Captaincrunch
Member • 31 posts

My 2015 Volkswagen Passat won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 139 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2015 Volkswagen Passat for a while.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 128 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2015 Volkswagen Passat.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 45 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2015 Volkswagen Passat key code too.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 13 posts

Trying this on my 2015 Volkswagen Passat later. Will report back.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 31 posts

Anyone try this on a 2015 Volkswagen Passat with push-button start?

August 21, 2024 Reply

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