[Issue Closed] Need key code after repo of my 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger

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Goldeneye
Member since June 2022 • 22 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger - help?

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (3)

Darkhorse
Member • 89 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger. Huge thanks!

March 08, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 139 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger too!

March 09, 2025 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 14 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger—might work for mine too.

March 10, 2025 Reply

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