[Recommended Fix] Anyone recover their 2021 Kia Rio ignition code successfully?

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Ironman
Member since May 2022 • 95 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2021 Kia Rio?

Posted on September 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 564 posts

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

Posted on September 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Whiteknight
Member • 43 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2021 Kia Rios?

September 18, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 69 posts

My 2021 Kia Rio just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 117 posts

Following this for my 2021 Kia Rio. Please update if it works!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 106 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2021 Kia Rio. Trying this instead.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 104 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2021 Kia Rio.

September 22, 2024 Reply

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