[Closed] Dealer being difficult about 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE key code

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Goldengate
Member since February 2023 • 98 posts

How can I access my 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE's key code to program new keys?

Posted on January 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 630 posts

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

Posted on January 20, 2025

Replies (6)

Reddwarf
Member • 102 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE's key code issue!

January 20, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 56 posts

Desperate to get my 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE running again. Trying this tonight.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 121 posts

Saved me from towing my 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE. Thanks!

January 22, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 60 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE. Giving it a go myself.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 47 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE. Trying this instead.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 106 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE.

January 25, 2025 Reply

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