[Solved] Help needed - 2018 Cadillac XTS not recognizing replacement key

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Mistermiyagi
Member since April 2023 • 32 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2018 Cadillac XTS?

Posted on April 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Cadillac XTS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Replies (5)

Timelord
Member • 117 posts

My 2018 Cadillac XTS has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 11, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 28 posts

Been stuck with my 2018 Cadillac XTS for weeks. This might be the fix.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 118 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2018 Cadillac XTS?

April 13, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 116 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2018 Cadillac XTS for a while.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 130 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2018 Cadillac XTS for a while.

April 15, 2025 Reply

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