[It Worked!] My 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe key was cloned but code still needed?

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Quicksilver
Member since October 2021 • 66 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Posted on May 19, 2025
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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (5)

Blackbelt
Member • 24 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. Thanks!

May 20, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 7 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. Trying this instead.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 69 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe!

May 22, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 51 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe's key code.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 51 posts

I’m not alone! My 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is doing the same thing.

May 24, 2025 Reply

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