[Solution] Dealer refusing key code for my Honda HRV Executive SUV - options?

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Bigfoot
Member since October 2021 • 28 posts

How can I access my Honda HRV Executive SUV's key code to program new keys?

Posted on November 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1087 posts

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

Posted on November 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Misterx
Member • 99 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Honda HRV Executive SUV.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 16 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Honda HRV Executive SUV. Trying this instead.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 124 posts

My Honda HRV Executive SUV's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 120 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Honda HRV Executive SUV.

November 30, 2024 Reply

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