[Update] Anyone recover their 2018 Acura MDX ignition code successfully?

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Voodooman
Member since May 2023 • 13 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2018 Acura MDX

Posted on May 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1138 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Acura MDX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Xrayvision
Member • 34 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2018 Acura MDX before?

May 15, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 101 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2018 Acura MDX.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 10 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2018 Acura MDX.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 140 posts

My 2018 Acura MDX's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 14 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2018 Acura MDX this weekend.

May 19, 2025 Reply

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