[Confirmed Fix] Key code help for 2018 Dodge Challenger with chipped keys

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Techlord
Member since December 2022 • 47 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2018 Dodge Challenger to program a key?

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1516 posts

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

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (3)

Knightrider
Member • 131 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2018 Dodge Challenger. Trying this now.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 116 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2018 Dodge Challenger key issue.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 111 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2018 Dodge Challenger too!

January 02, 2025 Reply

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