[Solved] Bought a replacement key - now 2018 Genesis G90 won’t turn over

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Neonlights
Member since September 2021 • 79 posts

How to get my 2018 Genesis G90's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on February 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Genesis G90. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 07, 2025

Replies (5)

Lasertag
Member • 124 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2018 Genesis G90.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 62 posts

Key code problems with my 2018 Genesis G90 as well. Subscribed!

February 08, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 68 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2018 Genesis G90 too!

February 09, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 112 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2018 Genesis G90. This might do it.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
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My 2018 Genesis G90 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 11, 2025 Reply

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