[Confirmed] Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchback stuck in anti-theft mode - code lost

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Lionheart
Member since October 2022 • 34 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchback key?

Posted on May 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Wildcard
Member • 58 posts

Been here before with my Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchback. Let’s see if this one works.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 61 posts

Was about to tow my Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchback. Let me try this first.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 68 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchbacks?

May 25, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 122 posts

Been stuck with my Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchback for weeks. This might be the fix.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 123 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Ford Fiesta STLine Hatchback. Trying this instead.

May 27, 2025 Reply

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