[Solution] Code problem on 2021 Nissan Sentra SR - can’t drive it

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Turboboost
Member since January 2022 • 51 posts

How can I find my 2021 Nissan Sentra SR's key code to program a new key?

Posted on November 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1262 posts

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

Posted on November 17, 2024

Replies (6)

Wildcard
Member • 109 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2021 Nissan Sentra SR, would this method still work?

November 17, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 93 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2021 Nissan Sentra SR.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 70 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2021 Nissan Sentra SR!

November 19, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 43 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2021 Nissan Sentra SR this weekend.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 85 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2021 Nissan Sentra SR won’t recognize the key.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 5 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2021 Nissan Sentra SR. This is a lifesaver.

November 22, 2024 Reply

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