[Update] Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Electricboog
Member since October 2021 • 24 posts

How can I access my Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid's key code to program new keys?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Timelord
Member • 82 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid, following this thread.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 105 posts

I tried this with my Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 24, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 24 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 20 posts

Really need the key code for my Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid, thanks for sharing!

February 26, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 26 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid, would this method still work?

February 27, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 132 posts

Just tried this on my Bugatti Type 57 Grand Raid—anyone else have success?

February 28, 2025 Reply

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