[Confirmed Fix] Help! My Honda VFR is stuck in anti-theft mode

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Frostydog
Member since July 2022 • 16 posts

How to get my Honda VFR's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1361 posts

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

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (5)

Frostbite
Member • 132 posts

My Honda VFR just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 65 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Honda VFR?

February 01, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 131 posts

My Honda VFR is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 39 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Honda VFR.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 150 posts

Same issue here with my Honda VFR, let me know if it works.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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