[Method] Lost key code for my Acura RDX AWD - what can I do?

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Cyberghost
Member since January 2022 • 118 posts

How can I retrieve my Acura RDX AWD's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on September 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1564 posts

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

Posted on September 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Neontiger
Member • 19 posts

My Acura RDX AWD has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 08, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 114 posts

I think my Acura RDX AWD has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 87 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Acura RDX AWD for a while.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 99 posts

I have a 2011 Acura RDX AWD, will this method work for that year?

September 11, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 12 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Acura RDX AWD won’t recognize the key.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 53 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Acura RDX AWD's key code.

September 13, 2024 Reply

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