[Recommended Fix] Dealer vs locksmith for 2020 Buick Encore GX Select key code

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Phoenixrise
Member since November 2022 • 33 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 2020 Buick Encore GX Select to make a spare key?

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 Buick Encore GX Select. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphamax
Member • 12 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2020 Buick Encore GX Select.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 87 posts

My 2020 Buick Encore GX Select is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 58 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2020 Buick Encore GX Select.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 71 posts

Trying this out on my 2020 Buick Encore GX Select today—hoping it works.

March 11, 2025 Reply

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