[Free Solution] My 2016 Ford Escape S is stuck in immobilizer mode, help

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Iceberg
Member since December 2022 • 133 posts

How can I access my 2016 Ford Escape S's key code to program new keys?

Posted on March 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 Ford Escape S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 22, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphabeta
Member • 94 posts

My 2016 Ford Escape S won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 49 posts

Same issue here with my 2016 Ford Escape S, let me know if it works.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 47 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 Ford Escape S too!

March 24, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 8 posts

My 2016 Ford Escape S refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

March 25, 2025 Reply

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