What this fob type means in practice
The Basic RKE Remote appears across 413 model-year pages in our directory, spanning 14 manufacturers. A standalone keyless entry remote that locks/unlocks the doors but contains no transponder chip. Pairs with the vehicle's body control module via an onboard ignition-cycle procedure. Common on pre-2005 vehicles.
Programming difficulty
Basic RKE remotes are the easiest form factor to program. With no transponder chip involved, the procedure is purely a body-control-module learn cycle — typically done with a sequence of door-lock or ignition-cycle inputs. No working key required on many vehicles.
What you'll spend
Aftermarket basic remotes run $15–$35. OEM units from a dealer cost $80–$140 for the same plastic. The savings on basic remotes are absolute: any aftermarket unit with the matching FCC ID will work.
Vehicles using this fob type
Below is a sample of vehicles in our directory equipped with the Basic RKE Remote. Click into any model-year page for the full part numbers, FCC IDs, and programmer compatibility table.