[Archived] Dealer being difficult about 2021 Hyundai Kona SE key code

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Xrayspecs
Member since September 2021 • 14 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2021 Hyundai Kona SE

Posted on September 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1809 posts

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

Posted on September 03, 2024

Replies (6)

Redalert
Member • 97 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2021 Hyundai Kona SE?

September 03, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 107 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2021 Hyundai Kona SE.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 24 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2021 Hyundai Kona SE.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 27 posts

Will this work if the 2021 Hyundai Kona SE has an aftermarket alarm?

September 06, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 133 posts

Trying this out on my 2021 Hyundai Kona SE today—hoping it works.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 29 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2021 Hyundai Kona SE. Huge thanks!

September 08, 2024 Reply

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