[Update] Trying to get ignition working again on my 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base

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Icecold
Member since August 2022 • 40 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base?

Posted on August 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1784 posts

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

Posted on August 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Charlie
Member • 91 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base. This might do it.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 87 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base key code too.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 19 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base!

August 31, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 111 posts

Just what I needed! My 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base has been acting up lately.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 62 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base key code too.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 146 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 Hyundai Genesis Base too!

September 03, 2024 Reply

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