[Update] Trying to revive old Nissan Crew - no key code available

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Frostbyte
Member since February 2022 • 48 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Nissan Crew

Posted on October 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1503 posts

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

Posted on October 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Unclesam
Member • 112 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Nissan Crew's mystery code.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 53 posts

Same problem on my Nissan Crew. Watching for any working solutions.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 44 posts

Saved me from towing my Nissan Crew. Thanks!

October 16, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 149 posts

If this works for my Nissan Crew, I owe you big time.

October 17, 2024 Reply

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