[Status: Resolved] Help needed - 2021 Audi SQ5 not recognizing replacement key

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Digitaldude
Member since January 2022 • 138 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2021 Audi SQ5?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 608 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 Audi SQ5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Lionheart
Member • 103 posts

Does this method work for the 2021 Audi SQ5 models from 2010 onward?

February 09, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 44 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2021 Audi SQ5—might work for mine too.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 92 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2021 Audi SQ5.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 141 posts

My 2021 Audi SQ5 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

February 12, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 70 posts

Really need the key code for my 2021 Audi SQ5, thanks for sharing!

February 13, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 117 posts

Just tried this on my 2021 Audi SQ5—anyone else have success?

February 14, 2025 Reply

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