[Archived] Key programming failed on my 2020 GMC Acadia - need code

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Silverbullet
Member since October 2022 • 110 posts

Need my 2020 GMC Acadia's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on January 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1300 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 GMC Acadia. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Grace
Member • 42 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2020 GMC Acadia. This looks promising.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 7 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2020 GMC Acadia.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 69 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2020 GMC Acadia. Trying this now.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 17 posts

My 2020 GMC Acadia might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 103 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2020 GMC Acadia.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 8 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2020 GMC Acadia all week. Hope this helps.

January 29, 2025 Reply

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