[Update] Need key code to program fob for 2016 Nissan Frontier

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Airjordan
Member since November 2021 • 80 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2016 Nissan Frontier?

Posted on September 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1329 posts

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

Posted on September 27, 2024

Replies (6)

Icecold
Member • 93 posts

I’m not alone! My 2016 Nissan Frontier is doing the same thing.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 142 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2016 Nissan Frontier.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 84 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2016 Nissan Frontier.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 123 posts

I have a 2011 2016 Nissan Frontier, will this method work for that year?

September 30, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 87 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2016 Nissan Frontiers?

October 01, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 32 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2016 Nissan Frontier.

October 02, 2024 Reply

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