[Resolved] Anyone with experience retrieving ignition codes for 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium?

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Neondream
Member since February 2023 • 79 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium

Posted on January 31, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Haloeffect
Member • 136 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium key code too.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 76 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 101 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 107 posts

Saved me from towing my 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium. Thanks!

February 04, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
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Was about to give up on my 2016 Buick LaCrosse Premium, but this gives me hope.

February 05, 2025 Reply

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