[Confirmed Fix] Need key code for 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug in with valet key only

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Redalert
Member since September 2021 • 72 posts

How to get my 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug in's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on October 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug in. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Digitaldude
Member • 68 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug in's mystery code.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 93 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug in's key code.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 131 posts

Been here before with my 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug in. Let’s see if this one works.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 150 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug in for a while.

October 19, 2024 Reply

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