[Solved] Anyone recover their 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R ignition code successfully?

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Rogueone
Member since June 2022 • 20 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R?

Posted on October 18, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Cosmicray
Member • 124 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 116 posts

Just what I needed! My 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R has been acting up lately.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 124 posts

Does this method work for the 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R models from 2010 onward?

October 21, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 79 posts

Will this work if the 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R has an aftermarket alarm?

October 22, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 10 posts

Worked for someone with a 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R? Need to hear it!

October 23, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 140 posts

Key code problems with my 2016 Volkswagen Passat 18T R as well. Subscribed!

October 24, 2024 Reply

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