[Confirmed] Dealer charging too much for Kia EV6 AWD GT key code

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Madhatter
Member since May 2022 • 74 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Kia EV6 AWD GT keys?

Posted on March 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia EV6 AWD GT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 31, 2025

Replies (5)

Thunderbolt
Member • 93 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Kia EV6 AWD GT key issue.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 77 posts

My Kia EV6 AWD GT won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 18 posts

My Kia EV6 AWD GT has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 02, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 91 posts

My Kia EV6 AWD GT won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 90 posts

My Kia EV6 AWD GT won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 04, 2025 Reply

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