[Issue Closed] Ignition won’t engage on Subaru Crosstrek SUV - missing PIN?

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Techguru
Member since June 2022 • 93 posts

How to get my Subaru Crosstrek SUV's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on January 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru Crosstrek SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Knightlight
Member • 146 posts

If this works for my Subaru Crosstrek SUV, I owe you big time.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 14 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Subaru Crosstrek SUV. Giving it a go myself.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 112 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Subaru Crosstrek SUV.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 97 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Subaru Crosstrek SUV.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 75 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Subaru Crosstrek SUV.

January 19, 2025 Reply

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