[Solved] Lancia D50 keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Easymoney
Member since August 2022 • 22 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Lancia D50

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1842 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lancia D50. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (4)

Rogueone
Member • 89 posts

Using this on my Lancia D50 now. Hope it works.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 99 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Lancia D50.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 15 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Lancia D50.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 33 posts

I’m not alone! My Lancia D50 is doing the same thing.

September 20, 2024 Reply

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