[Method] My 2020 Kia Sportage is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Matrixfan
Member since August 2022 • 146 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2020 Kia Sportage?

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 721 posts

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

Posted on March 30, 2025

Replies (6)

Nightowl
Member • 145 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2020 Kia Sportage.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 28 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2020 Kia Sportage, hope this helps.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 147 posts

Trying this out on my 2020 Kia Sportage today—hoping it works.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 131 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2020 Kia Sportage.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 68 posts

This thread might save my 2020 Kia Sportage. Thanks everyone!

April 03, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 79 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2020 Kia Sportage.

April 04, 2025 Reply

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