[Answered] Does anyone have a way to retrieve a McLaren P1 PIN code?

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Digitalnomad
Member since June 2023 • 67 posts

How to get my McLaren P1's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on February 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 801 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren P1. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 17, 2025

Replies (4)

Orangecrush
Member • 113 posts

Following along—same issue with my McLaren P1.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 131 posts

Was about to give up on my McLaren P1, but this gives me hope.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 107 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a McLaren P1?

February 19, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 48 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's McLaren P1. Giving it a go myself.

February 20, 2025 Reply

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