[Issue Closed] Trying to program a new key for my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited - where's the key code?

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Madhatter
Member since October 2022 • 123 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited keys?

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 861 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (6)

Laserfocus
Member • 50 posts

My 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 58 posts

Been here before with my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited. Let’s see if this one works.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 32 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited?

August 29, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 79 posts

My 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

August 30, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 93 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited owner.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 32 posts

Using this on my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited now. Hope it works.

September 01, 2024 Reply

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