[Answered] Why does my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL need a code to start?

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Nighthawk
Member since December 2022 • 60 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL to program a key?

Posted on January 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (5)

Darkhorse
Member • 53 posts

Was about to give up on my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL, but this gives me hope.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 21 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 65 posts

I have a 2011 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL, will this method work for that year?

January 06, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 65 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL as well.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Supernova
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I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL. Trying this now.

January 08, 2025 Reply

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