[Recommended Fix] Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV not recognizing new key - code issue?

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Quicksilver
Member since November 2021 • 101 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV?

Posted on April 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Goldeneye
Member • 53 posts

My Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 48 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV. Trying this instead.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 51 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV, hope someone can help.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 87 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV, would this method still work?

April 14, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 13 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 85 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Toyota CHR Nightshade Edition SUV?

April 16, 2025 Reply

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