[Archived] Can't start my Rivian R1S Dual Max, key code issue?

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Grace
Member since December 2021 • 104 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Rivian R1S Dual Max to program a key?

Posted on January 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Rivian R1S Dual Max. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Alphadog
Member • 38 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Rivian R1S Dual Max won’t recognize the key.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 61 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Rivian R1S Dual Max for days.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 58 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Rivian R1S Dual Max for a while.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 91 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Rivian R1S Dual Max.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 74 posts

Just tried this on my Rivian R1S Dual Max—anyone else have success?

January 08, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 20 posts

I think my Rivian R1S Dual Max has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 09, 2025 Reply

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