[Completed] Bought used Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV - transponder code missing

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Metalhead
Member since June 2022 • 106 posts

How to get my Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on November 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 08, 2024

Replies (4)

Killerbee
Member • 12 posts

Same issue here with my Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV, let me know if it works.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 118 posts

My Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 82 posts

Just tried this on my Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV—anyone else have success?

November 10, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 76 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV. This is a lifesaver.

November 11, 2024 Reply

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