[Solution] Can I reset the immobilizer on my 2020 Kia Niro EV without dealer?

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Cyberghost
Member since February 2023 • 125 posts

How can I retrieve my 2020 Kia Niro EV's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1960 posts

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

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Bob
Member • 48 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2020 Kia Niro EV.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 40 posts

My 2020 Kia Niro EV has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

February 16, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 74 posts

Was about to tow my 2020 Kia Niro EV. Let me try this first.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 66 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2020 Kia Niro EV. Thanks!

February 18, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 22 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2020 Kia Niro EV. This is a lifesaver.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 57 posts

Anyone try this on a 2020 Kia Niro EV with push-button start?

February 20, 2025 Reply

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