[Completed] Where's the key code stored in a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition for making new keys?

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Cyberghost
Member since September 2021 • 149 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2021 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition?

Posted on March 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 675 posts

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

Posted on March 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Codeninja
Member • 85 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2021 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 100 posts

I have the same 2021 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition and I'm also trying to find the key code.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 136 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2021 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 135 posts

Really need the key code for my 2021 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition, thanks for sharing!

March 17, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 38 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2021 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition.

March 18, 2025 Reply

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