[Working] Getting key code for 2016 Subaru Outback with just VIN

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Eve
Member since July 2022 • 94 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2016 Subaru Outback?

Posted on September 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1190 posts

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

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Netsurfer
Member • 20 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2016 Subaru Outback this hard?!

September 21, 2024 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 128 posts

I have a 2011 2016 Subaru Outback, will this method work for that year?

September 22, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 75 posts

Trying this on my 2016 Subaru Outback later. Will report back.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 138 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2016 Subaru Outback. Trying this instead.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 87 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2016 Subaru Outback. Trying this now.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 132 posts

My 2016 Subaru Outback might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 26, 2024 Reply

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