[Closed] Dealer wants $200 for 2018 Honda HR V PIN - other options?

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Reddwarf
Member since September 2022 • 146 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2018 Honda HR V?

Posted on September 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Honda HR V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 26, 2024

Replies (5)

Flyingmonk
Member • 86 posts

My 2018 Honda HR V is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 140 posts

Same issue here with my 2018 Honda HR V, let me know if it works.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 91 posts

I think my 2018 Honda HR V has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 69 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2018 Honda HR V won’t recognize the key.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 31 posts

My 2018 Honda HR V won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

September 30, 2024 Reply

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