[Resolved] Lost only key - how to recover code for Tesla Model S 85D

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Ironwill
Member since December 2021 • 110 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Tesla Model S 85D?

Posted on April 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1646 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Tesla Model S 85D. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Xrayvision
Member • 129 posts

My Tesla Model S 85D won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 129 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Tesla Model S 85D?

April 10, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 128 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Tesla Model S 85D. Trying this now.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 95 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Tesla Model S 85D?

April 12, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 86 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Tesla Model S 85D, hope this helps.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 120 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Tesla Model S 85D as well.

April 14, 2025 Reply

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