[Status: Resolved] Any success stories with 2017 Kia Rio PIN code recovery?

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Zombieslayer
Member since February 2022 • 20 posts

How can I access my 2017 Kia Rio's key code to program new keys?

Posted on May 01, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Kia Rio. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 02, 2025

Replies (4)

Uncleben
Member • 46 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2017 Kia Rio.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 16 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2017 Kia Rio.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 75 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2017 Kia Rio?

May 04, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 110 posts

My 2017 Kia Rio's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 05, 2025 Reply

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