[Free Fix] Need PIN to add second key to McLaren 50 12C

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Emeraldeye
Member since May 2022 • 32 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my McLaren 50 12C?

Posted on March 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1917 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren 50 12C. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Xfactor
Member • 55 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's McLaren 50 12C. Giving it a go myself.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 150 posts

I think my McLaren 50 12C has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 110 posts

Why is finding a key code on a McLaren 50 12C this hard?!

March 26, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 84 posts

My McLaren 50 12C won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 93 posts

Appreciate any advice—my McLaren 50 12C won’t recognize the key.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 23 posts

Saved me from towing my McLaren 50 12C. Thanks!

March 29, 2025 Reply

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