[Confirmed Fix] My 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium won’t start - do I need a transponder code?

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Frostbite
Member since May 2023 • 123 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Electriceel
Member • 123 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium won’t recognize the key.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 104 posts

My 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 16, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 20 posts

If this works for my 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium, I owe you big time.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 79 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium. Need the code badly.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 146 posts

This just might solve my 2016 Subaru Outback 25i Premium's ignition issue.

March 19, 2025 Reply

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