[Update] How locksmiths find key code for 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Platinumblonde
Member since June 2023 • 56 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 522 posts

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

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Hackman
Member • 56 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 11 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

May 20, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 110 posts

Anyone try this on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with push-button start?

May 21, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 137 posts

My 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 36 posts

Same problem on my 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Watching for any working solutions.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 97 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

May 24, 2025 Reply

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