[Closed] My Cobra CX50 P3 says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Neontiger
Member since February 2023 • 60 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Cobra CX50 P3 to make a spare key?

Posted on May 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1018 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Cobra CX50 P3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Silverfox
Member • 21 posts

Was about to give up on my Cobra CX50 P3, but this gives me hope.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 119 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Cobra CX50 P3.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 42 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Cobra CX50 P3 owner.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 66 posts

Same issue here with my Cobra CX50 P3, let me know if it works.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 120 posts

This thread might save my Cobra CX50 P3. Thanks everyone!

May 28, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 112 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Cobra CX50 P3 owner.

May 29, 2025 Reply

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