[Confirmed] VIN decoder for Kia Sportage SX SUV key or PIN code?

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Matrixfan
Member since October 2021 • 127 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Kia Sportage SX SUV key?

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1182 posts

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

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Darthvader
Member • 43 posts

If this works for my Kia Sportage SX SUV, I owe you big time.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 16 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Kia Sportage SX SUV.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 54 posts

This thread might save my Kia Sportage SX SUV. Thanks everyone!

April 18, 2025 Reply

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