[Answered] 2020 Subaru Outback Limited turns on dash but won’t crank - key issue?

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Alice
Member since May 2023 • 81 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2020 Subaru Outback Limited for making new keys?

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1990 posts

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

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenogamer
Member • 11 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2020 Subaru Outback Limited. This might do it.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 42 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2020 Subaru Outback Limited.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 13 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2020 Subaru Outback Limited—might work for mine too.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 141 posts

Will this work if the 2020 Subaru Outback Limited has an aftermarket alarm?

January 28, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 61 posts

My 2020 Subaru Outback Limited won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

January 29, 2025 Reply

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