[Update] Emergency key code service for Kia Stinger GT Hatchback owners

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Hotrod
Member since January 2022 • 46 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Kia Stinger GT Hatchback

Posted on March 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1139 posts

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

Posted on March 14, 2025

Replies (4)

Karmaking
Member • 137 posts

Anyone try this on a Kia Stinger GT Hatchback with push-button start?

March 14, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 150 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Kia Stinger GT Hatchback's key code.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 39 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Kia Stinger GT Hatchback, thanks for posting!

March 16, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 55 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Kia Stinger GT Hatchback as well.

March 17, 2025 Reply

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