[Fixed] Trying to register new fob for 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric - stuck on code

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Matrixfan
Member since November 2021 • 58 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric for programming keys?

Posted on September 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 13, 2024

Replies (6)

Fastlane
Member • 118 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric this hard?!

September 13, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 53 posts

My 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 16 posts

My 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 22 posts

My 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 44 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric!

September 17, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 69 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Electric, following this thread.

September 18, 2024 Reply

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