[Answered] I bought a Lexus NX SUV and it didn’t come with a PIN code

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Ironwill
Member since December 2021 • 40 posts

How to get my Lexus NX SUV's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on May 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus NX SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 14, 2025

Replies (4)

Captainkirk
Member • 118 posts

Same issue here with my Lexus NX SUV, let me know if it works.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 19 posts

My Lexus NX SUV is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 118 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Lexus NX SUV too!

May 16, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 5 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Lexus NX SUV.

May 17, 2025 Reply

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