[Working] Where do I get the key code for my 2018 Tesla Model S to make a spare key?

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Laserbeam
Member since October 2022 • 77 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2018 Tesla Model S keys?

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 671 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Tesla Model S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Nightowl
Member • 6 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2018 Tesla Model S. This might do it.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 7 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2018 Tesla Model S.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 72 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2018 Tesla Model S's mystery code.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 138 posts

Does this method work for the 2018 Tesla Model S models from 2010 onward?

January 04, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 32 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2018 Tesla Model S.

January 05, 2025 Reply

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