[Recommended Fix] Bought a used Ssangyong Rexton, no key code - help!

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Redalert
Member since August 2021 • 42 posts

How can I find my Ssangyong Rexton's key code to program a new key?

Posted on March 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ssangyong Rexton. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (4)

Greengiant
Member • 85 posts

This thread might save my Ssangyong Rexton. Thanks everyone!

March 10, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 97 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Ssangyong Rexton—need the code first.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 64 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Ssangyong Rexton won’t recognize the key.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 38 posts

My Ssangyong Rexton might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 13, 2025 Reply

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