[Confirmed Fix] Where do they get the key code to program 2018 Hyundai Tucson keys at the dealer?

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Wildcard
Member since December 2022 • 149 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2018 Hyundai Tucson key fob?

Posted on September 30, 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 Tucson. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 01, 2024

Replies (6)

Knightrider
Member • 20 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2018 Hyundai Tucson this hard?!

October 01, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 27 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2018 Hyundai Tucson.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 16 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2018 Hyundai Tucson for days.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 81 posts

Same issue here with my 2018 Hyundai Tucson, let me know if it works.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 19 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2018 Hyundai Tucsons?

October 05, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 33 posts

Key code problems with my 2018 Hyundai Tucson as well. Subscribed!

October 06, 2024 Reply

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