[Completed] 2017 Subaru Legacy 25i Limited won’t crank after battery died - code needed?

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Happycamper
Member since August 2022 • 42 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2017 Subaru Legacy 25i Limited

Posted on September 18, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Subaru Legacy 25i Limited. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Heidi
Member • 35 posts

I’m not alone! My 2017 Subaru Legacy 25i Limited is doing the same thing.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 62 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2017 Subaru Legacy 25i Limited.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 39 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2017 Subaru Legacy 25i Limited.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 101 posts

My 2017 Subaru Legacy 25i Limited needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

September 22, 2024 Reply

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