[Solved] I need to recover my 2020 Kia Optima Plug in's key code

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Skywalker
Member since May 2022 • 114 posts

How can I access my 2020 Kia Optima Plug in's key code to program new keys?

Posted on March 31, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 Kia Optima Plug in. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Vectorprime
Member • 7 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2020 Kia Optima Plug in.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 116 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2020 Kia Optima Plug in.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 66 posts

My 2020 Kia Optima Plug in's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 79 posts

Was about to tow my 2020 Kia Optima Plug in. Let me try this first.

April 04, 2025 Reply

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