[Recommended Fix] BMW X6 xDriveM keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Goldenret
Member since May 2023 • 12 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my BMW X6 xDriveM

Posted on April 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1855 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW X6 xDriveM. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 04, 2025

Replies (5)

Redbull
Member • 142 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my BMW X6 xDriveM.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 11 posts

Trying to figure this out for my BMW X6 xDriveM too!

April 05, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 68 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my BMW X6 xDriveM's mystery code.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 53 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my BMW X6 xDriveM too.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 130 posts

Does this method work for the BMW X6 xDriveM models from 2010 onward?

April 08, 2025 Reply

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