[Confirmed] Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Kungfupanda
Member since March 2022 • 33 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1179 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Xrayvision
Member • 145 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition's key code.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 33 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition key issues!

February 17, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 105 posts

Trying this out on my Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition today—hoping it works.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 117 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition. This looks promising.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 88 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Nissan Leaf 40kWh Edition.

February 20, 2025 Reply

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