[Completed] Tesla Model S won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Betatest
Member since December 2021 • 121 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Tesla Model S?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1848 posts

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

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Gizmoguy
Member • 93 posts

Just what I needed! My Tesla Model S has been acting up lately.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 80 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Tesla Model S's mystery code.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 90 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Tesla Model S.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 141 posts

If this works for my Tesla Model S, I owe you big time.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 105 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Tesla Model S.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 31 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Tesla Model S all week. Hope this helps.

February 18, 2025 Reply

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