[Free Solution] Trying to start my Mercedes E Class W212 but it says 'immobilized'

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Pixelpusher
Member since April 2023 • 85 posts

How can I find my Mercedes E Class W212's key code to program a new key?

Posted on April 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1862 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mercedes E Class W212. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Replies (4)

Laserfocus
Member • 32 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Mercedes E Class W212. This looks promising.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 65 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Mercedes E Class W212 before?

April 22, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 60 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Mercedes E Class W212.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 36 posts

Will this work for older Mercedes E Class W212s? Mine's a 2009.

April 24, 2025 Reply

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