[Issue Closed] Just changed battery, now 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550 asks for a PIN code

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Zombieking
Member since May 2022 • 110 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Madhatter
Member • 102 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550!

February 16, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 131 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550 too.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 72 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550's key code issue!

February 18, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 112 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550 too!

February 19, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 12 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550?

February 20, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 129 posts

I tried this with my 2016 Mercedes Benz S 550 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 21, 2025 Reply

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