[Update] Looking for free way to retrieve PIN code on 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport

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Nighthawk
Member since August 2022 • 63 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - help?

Posted on October 27, 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 Santa Fe Sport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Jazzmann
Member • 97 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 54 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 60 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport too.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 72 posts

My 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 31, 2024 Reply

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