[Method] Just changed ECU on my Hobby Motorhome - need new transponder code?

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Techguru
Member since March 2023 • 101 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Hobby Motorhome to make keys?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1340 posts

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

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Ultraviolet
Member • 64 posts

My Hobby Motorhome is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 71 posts

Trying this out on my Hobby Motorhome today—hoping it works.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 67 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Hobby Motorhome—might work for mine too.

April 25, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 130 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Hobby Motorhome?

April 26, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 29 posts

My Hobby Motorhome has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 27, 2025 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 21 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Hobby Motorhome.

April 28, 2025 Reply

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