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Ignition Repair in Burbank, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile ignition repair in Burbank, California, available 24/7. We come to your car to repair or replace worn ignition cylinders and fix keys that won't turn, with no shop visit or tow required. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem.

  • Mobile to your Burbank location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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An ignition that sticks, grinds, or refuses to turn the key rarely fixes itself. Usually the cause is a worn cylinder, a key whose cuts have rounded off after years of use, or debris and damage inside the lock. Sometimes the steering column lock is binding and only feels like an ignition problem. In Burbank, where so many people commute daily on the I-5 and SR-134, a car that will not start is more than an inconvenience, and it tends to happen at the worst moment.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around coming to the customer. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, so we work where the vehicle is stuck: a driveway in Magnolia Park, a parking structure near Downtown Burbank, a lot in the Media District, or a curb near the airport.

Our job is to work out whether the ignition cylinder can be repaired or needs replacement, and to make sure you leave with a key that works smoothly. We explain what we find before we do the work, and we are honest when the real problem turns out to be something else, such as a worn key or a steering lock issue. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour.

How it works in Burbank

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    Describe the symptoms

    When you call (323) 997-8867, tell us the make, model, and year, and what the key is doing. Does it go in but not turn? Does it turn with force? Does the steering wheel feel locked? These details help us bring the right tools and parts.

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    Come to your vehicle

    We are 24/7 and fully mobile, so a technician drives to wherever the car is parked in Burbank. Working on site means you do not need to arrange a tow just to have the ignition looked at.

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    Diagnose the real cause

    We check the key first, since a worn or bent key can mimic a failing cylinder. Then we test the cylinder, look at the steering column lock, and decide whether a repair or a replacement makes sense.

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    Repair or replace the cylinder

    If the cylinder can be cleaned, adjusted, or repaired, we do that. If internal wear or damage is too far gone, we replace it and set up keys to match. Some vehicles also have transponder or immobilizer components that need attention.

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    Test and hand over working keys

    We confirm the key inserts, turns, and returns smoothly, and that the car starts and the steering unlocks properly. We also discuss spare keys so you are not caught out again.

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What affects the price

  • Whether the existing cylinder can be repaired or has to be fully replaced
  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since some ignitions are far more involved than others
  • Whether the key has a transponder chip that must be programmed to the car
  • Whether the steering column lock or other nearby parts are also damaged
  • The time of day and how far the vehicle is from where our technician is dispatched
  • Whether you need additional keys cut or programmed during the same visit

Why Burbank chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so the repair happens where your car is parked and not at a shop
  • In business in the Los Angeles area since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work
  • Diagnosis comes first, so you are not sold a replacement when a worn key is the real culprit
  • Available 24/7, including nights and weekends when a no-start tends to strike
  • Plain explanations of repair versus replacement before work begins
  • Ability to handle keys and ignitions together, including spare key needs after the repair

Ignition Repair across Burbank

Burbank drivers rely on their cars. Many commute along the I-5, SR-134, Hollywood Way, and Olive Ave, and plenty park on the street in Magnolia Park, where 1920s to 1940s bungalows often have limited driveways. A car that will not start in front of a Magnolia Park home, or outside the shops along Magnolia Boulevard's antique row, is exactly the kind of call we answer on site.

We also work in the Media District, where employees and crew park near offices and commercial strips close to Warner Bros. Studios and Walt Disney Studios. Long shifts and busy lots mean a stuck ignition can strand someone in the middle of a workday or late at night. In the Rancho District, owners of horse properties often drive trucks that haul trailers, and heavy use can wear ignition cylinders and keys. We come to the barn or gate where the vehicle sits.

Whether you are in ZIP code 91505 near the studios, 91506 near the foothills, 91502 close to Downtown Burbank, or parked near Hollywood Burbank Airport, call (323) 997-8867. We serve Burbank 24/7 and travel to you, since we have no storefront.

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Ignition Repair in Burbank — FAQs

Why won't my key turn in the ignition?
Common causes include a worn key, a damaged or dirty cylinder, or a steering column lock that is binding. Do not force the key, since that can snap it. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can diagnose the cause at your vehicle in Burbank.
Do I need to replace the whole ignition or can it be repaired?
It depends on the wear and the vehicle. If the cylinder is only dirty or slightly worn, repair may work. If internal parts are damaged or the key no longer engages properly, replacement is the more reliable fix.
Can you fix the ignition at my home or work in Burbank?
Yes. We are fully mobile and work wherever your car is parked, whether that is a Magnolia Park street, a Media District lot, or a driveway elsewhere in town. There is no storefront, so we come to you.
Is it the key or the ignition that is worn?
Either can be the cause. A worn key can feel just like a failing cylinder, so we check the key first. If a new key solves the problem, you avoid a more involved repair.
Will the car still work with my existing keys after the repair?
Often we can set up the replacement cylinder so it works with your keys, though that depends on the vehicle. We will explain the options before work starts. Call (323) 997-8867 with your vehicle details.
Do you handle keys with transponder chips?
Yes, when a vehicle uses a transponder or immobilizer, we address that as part of the job so the car recognizes the key and starts properly.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is 24/7. Ignition problems do not keep business hours, so you can reach us at any time on (323) 997-8867.
How is the price of ignition repair determined?
Price depends on whether the cylinder is repaired or replaced, your vehicle, any chip programming, and any related damage. We describe what is needed and what influences the cost before starting the work.
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Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

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