[Fixed] Need help locating key code for 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

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Xrayspecs
Member since January 2023 • 69 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI for key programming?

Posted on October 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 502 posts

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

Posted on October 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Timemachine
Member • 84 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI?

October 23, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 110 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI key issues!

October 24, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 40 posts

Will this work for older 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLIs? Mine's a 2009.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 95 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

October 26, 2024 Reply

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