[Working] 2020 Subaru WRX won’t start after replacing key - what code do I need?

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Karmaking
Member since May 2022 • 134 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2020 Subaru WRX?

Posted on April 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1770 posts

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

Posted on May 01, 2025

Replies (6)

Cosmicray
Member • 105 posts

I have a 2011 2020 Subaru WRX, will this method work for that year?

May 01, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 98 posts

My 2020 Subaru WRX won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 74 posts

Following this for my 2020 Subaru WRX. Please update if it works!

May 03, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 53 posts

My 2020 Subaru WRX just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 97 posts

My 2020 Subaru WRX's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 05, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 36 posts

Just what I needed! My 2020 Subaru WRX has been acting up lately.

May 06, 2025 Reply

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