[Status: Resolved] Stolen keys - need key code for my Freightliner Century Class

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Supernova
Member since June 2022 • 137 posts

Looking for my Freightliner Century Class's factory key code to program a key

Posted on May 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1836 posts

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

Posted on May 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Voodooman
Member • 56 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Freightliner Century Class?

May 08, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 103 posts

Will this work if the Freightliner Century Class has an aftermarket alarm?

May 09, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 108 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Freightliner Century Class. This looks promising.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 86 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Freightliner Century Class's mystery code.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 84 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Freightliner Century Class all week. Hope this helps.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 116 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Freightliner Century Class this hard?!

May 13, 2025 Reply

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