[Issue Closed] Where mechanics look for key code on 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in

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Alphaomega
Member since September 2021 • 123 posts

Looking for my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on May 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 29, 2025

Replies (5)

Frostbyte
Member • 116 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in.

May 29, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 108 posts

Been stuck with my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in for weeks. This might be the fix.

May 30, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 37 posts

My 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 31, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 73 posts

My 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

June 01, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 116 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in, following this thread.

June 02, 2025 Reply

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