[Archived] Any luck getting the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew PIN code without original key?

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Charlie
Member since March 2022 • 102 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew keys?

Posted on January 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1297 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Rustynail
Member • 33 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 56 posts

Will this work if the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew has an aftermarket alarm?

January 15, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 9 posts

I have a 2011 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew, will this method work for that year?

January 16, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 132 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew, hope this helps.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 92 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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