[Closed] How to find my key code for 2017 Kia Niro

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Icemann
Member since November 2022 • 52 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2017 Kia Niro to make keys?

Posted on December 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1740 posts

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

Posted on December 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Omegaman
Member • 92 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2017 Kia Niro!

December 15, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 58 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2017 Kia Niro.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 129 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2017 Kia Niro. Thanks!

December 17, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 83 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2017 Kia Niro!

December 18, 2024 Reply

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