[Confirmed Fix] Dodge Durango RT SUV won't accept new key - transponder issue?

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Alphamax
Member since March 2022 • 87 posts

Looking for my Dodge Durango RT SUV's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1913 posts

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

Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (6)

Kungfupanda
Member • 51 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Dodge Durango RT SUV.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 101 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Dodge Durango RT SUV's key code issue!

November 24, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 142 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Dodge Durango RT SUV. Giving it a go myself.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 30 posts

Just tried this on my Dodge Durango RT SUV—anyone else have success?

November 26, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 25 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Dodge Durango RT SUV!

November 27, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 114 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Dodge Durango RT SUV.

November 28, 2024 Reply

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