[Closed] Any success stories with 2016 BMW 528 i PIN code recovery?

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Electric
Member since June 2022 • 31 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2016 BMW 528 i to program a key?

Posted on February 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 BMW 528 i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 22, 2025

Replies (4)

Misterx
Member • 96 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2016 BMW 528 i. Trying this now.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 117 posts

My 2016 BMW 528 i won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 47 posts

Trying this out on my 2016 BMW 528 i today—hoping it works.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 101 posts

Does this method work for the 2016 BMW 528 i models from 2010 onward?

February 25, 2025 Reply

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