[Recommended Fix] My Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback is stuck in immobilizer mode, help

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Ninjastar
Member since May 2022 • 69 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback?

Posted on November 17, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Karmapolice
Member • 5 posts

Been stuck with my Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 129 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback. Trying this now.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 24 posts

Worked for someone with a Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback? Need to hear it!

November 20, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 125 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback. Huge thanks!

November 21, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 71 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback—need the code first.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 18 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback's key code issue!

November 23, 2024 Reply

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