[Verified] Replaced steering column, now 2021 Acura RDX A Spec won’t start - code?

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Dragonfly
Member since December 2022 • 99 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2021 Acura RDX A Spec

Posted on January 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 Acura RDX A Spec. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 17, 2025

Replies (4)

Flyingmonk
Member • 129 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2021 Acura RDX A Specs?

January 17, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 47 posts

Anyone try this on a 2021 Acura RDX A Spec with push-button start?

January 18, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 36 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2021 Acura RDX A Spec all week. Hope this helps.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 23 posts

Was about to give up on my 2021 Acura RDX A Spec, but this gives me hope.

January 20, 2025 Reply

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