[Solution] Lost only key - how to recover code for 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door

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Digitalnomad
Member since September 2021 • 75 posts

Need my 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1423 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Alphaomega
Member • 142 posts

My 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 14, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 13 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 113 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door. Huge thanks!

September 16, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 90 posts

My 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 140 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2021 Kia Telluride 4 door?

September 18, 2024 Reply

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