[Issue Closed] My 2019 Subaru BRZ won’t start - key code lost

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Youngturk
Member since March 2022 • 141 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2019 Subaru BRZ

Posted on August 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2019 Subaru BRZ. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 17, 2024

Replies (4)

Turboboost
Member • 139 posts

Saved me from towing my 2019 Subaru BRZ. Thanks!

August 17, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 52 posts

Using this on my 2019 Subaru BRZ now. Hope it works.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 47 posts

Following this for my 2019 Subaru BRZ. Please update if it works!

August 19, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 47 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2019 Subaru BRZ. Trying this now.

August 20, 2024 Reply

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