[Fixed] Anyone know how to get the key code for a Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback?

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Jokersmile
Member since May 2023 • 79 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback to program a key?

Posted on November 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1551 posts

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

Posted on November 27, 2024

Replies (6)

Blackwidow
Member • 45 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback. Thanks!

November 27, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 42 posts

Just tried this on my Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback—anyone else have success?

November 28, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 108 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 59 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 62 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback?

December 01, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 30 posts

Was about to tow my Volkswagen Golf e Hatchback. Let me try this first.

December 02, 2024 Reply

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