[Issue Closed] Key code needed for 2016 Nissan Leaf SV with aftermarket alarm

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Rustyshack
Member since November 2021 • 37 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2016 Nissan Leaf SV?

Posted on April 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1854 posts

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

Posted on April 27, 2025

Replies (4)

Heidi
Member • 57 posts

My 2016 Nissan Leaf SV is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 32 posts

Does this method work for the 2016 Nissan Leaf SV models from 2010 onward?

April 28, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 101 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2016 Nissan Leaf SV's key code.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 64 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2016 Nissan Leaf SV, would this method still work?

April 30, 2025 Reply

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