[Archived] Bugatti Type 18 won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Ghostrider
Member since December 2021 • 44 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Bugatti Type 18 key fob?

Posted on August 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1863 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bugatti Type 18. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 06, 2024

Replies (4)

Nighthawk
Member • 54 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Bugatti Type 18. Trying this instead.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 128 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Bugatti Type 18—might work for mine too.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 150 posts

My Bugatti Type 18's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 60 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Bugatti Type 18 this hard?!

August 09, 2024 Reply

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