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Existing SiriusXM subscribers can move service to a new vehicle, add an additional vehicle, transfer unused service, or deactivate a vehicle they no longer own. The official transfer page is at siriusxm.com/transfer. You will need the Radio IDs for both the old and new vehicles to complete most transfer actions.

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Quick answer: how to transfer

  • Gather the Radio IDs from both your old and new vehicles.
  • Go to siriusxm.com/transfer on the official SiriusXM website.
  • Choose whether to transfer, add, or deactivate service.
  • Follow the prompts and enter the required Radio IDs.
  • After the transfer, park the new vehicle outside and send a refresh signal if channels do not appear immediately.

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What you need before you start

  • Your SiriusXM account login (email and password).
  • The old vehicle’s Radio ID (tune to channel 0).
  • The new vehicle’s Radio ID (tune to channel 0).
  • Both vehicles parked outside with a clear view of the sky for the refresh step.
The Radio ID is more reliable than the VIN for refresh if the head unit was replaced. Always write down the Radio ID from the actual radio in the new vehicle.

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Transfer options

Move your existing subscription from one vehicle to another. This is the most common action when you buy a new car and no longer need service on the old one.
Keep your current vehicle active and add a second (or third) vehicle to the same account. This is useful for households with multiple cars.
Remove a vehicle from your account so you stop being billed for it. This is important when you sell or trade in a car.
If you have a prepaid subscription on a vehicle you no longer use, you may be able to move that unused time to a new radio.

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Step-by-step transfer process

1

Find both Radio IDs

Tune each vehicle’s radio to channel 0 to display the Radio ID. Write them down carefully. See Find your Radio ID.
2

Log in to the official transfer page

Visit siriusxm.com/transfer and sign in to your SiriusXM account.
3

Choose your action

Select transfer, add a vehicle, or deactivate, depending on what you need.
4

Enter the Radio IDs

Type the old and new Radio IDs exactly as shown. The letter O and number 0 are easy to confuse, so double-check.
5

Confirm the change

Review the details and confirm. You should see a confirmation on screen or receive an email.
6

Refresh the new radio

Park the new vehicle outside, turn the radio on, and tune to the preview channel. If channels do not unlock immediately, send a refresh signal from the official SiriusXM website.

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Selling or buying a used car

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If you are selling

Deactivating the old vehicle before or right after the sale protects you from continuing to pay for a car you no longer own. Use siriusxm.com/transfer to remove the vehicle from your account. This also frees the new owner to activate the radio under their own account.

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If you are buying

Ask the seller if the SiriusXM radio is still linked to their account. If it is, they should deactivate it. Then you can activate the radio under your own account on the official SiriusXM website. You may need the Radio ID rather than the VIN if the head unit was replaced. See XM radio activation.

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What to do after the transfer

After a transfer, your new vehicle’s radio may need a refresh signal to receive the updated subscription. Follow these steps:
  • Park outside with a clear view of the sky.
  • Turn the radio on and tune to channel 1 or 184.
  • Request a refresh at siriusxm.com/refresh using the new Radio ID.
  • Wait for the confirmation message. The signal is sent twice; the first may arrive in seconds and the second up to about 5 minutes later.
See Refresh your SiriusXM radio for full details.

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Frequently asked questions

You can usually identify the old radio from your account dashboard on the official SiriusXM website. If you cannot find it, contact customer care with your account details.
Transfer policies vary. Check the official SiriusXM website or contact customer care for current terms.
The account change is usually immediate, but the radio may need a refresh signal to unlock channels. Allow up to 5 minutes for the refresh to complete.
Yes. You can add multiple vehicles to one account. Each vehicle needs its own subscription or a multi-radio plan. Check the official site for plan options.
Let the trial run its course. If you want to use your existing subscription instead, you can transfer or add the vehicle. Contact SiriusXM customer care if you need help deciding the best option.
This is an independent, unofficial guide. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sirius XM Holdings Inc. Always complete activation, payments, and account changes on the official SiriusXM website or app, and never share card details on third-party sites.