[Method] VIN key code generator for 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class - does it work?

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Redbull
Member since November 2022 • 44 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class?

Posted on May 08, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 09, 2025

Replies (5)

Neontiger
Member • 109 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 23 posts

Trying this on my 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class later. Will report back.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 127 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class this hard?!

May 11, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 72 posts

My 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class just blinks. I think this might fix it.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 28 posts

Was about to tow my 2018 Mercedes Benz C Class. Let me try this first.

May 13, 2025 Reply

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