[Answered] Key won’t work on my Dodge Viper GTSR - is it the PIN code?

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Phoenixrise
Member since September 2021 • 104 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Dodge Viper GTSR?

Posted on January 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dodge Viper GTSR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Laughingman
Member • 61 posts

Saved me from towing my Dodge Viper GTSR. Thanks!

January 06, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 126 posts

My Dodge Viper GTSR has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 07, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 85 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Dodge Viper GTSR key issue.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 141 posts

Trying this out on my Dodge Viper GTSR today—hoping it works.

January 09, 2025 Reply

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