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Ignition Repair in Calabasas, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile ignition repair in Calabasas, California, available 24/7. We repair or replace worn ignition cylinders and fix keys that won't turn, right where your car is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a technician about your vehicle.

  • Mobile to your Calabasas location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A key that will not turn, a steering wheel that feels locked solid, or an ignition that spins with nothing happening are all signs the ignition cylinder or its internal parts are failing. In Calabasas, where so many of us drive the Ventura Freeway and Las Virgenes Road every day, a car that will not start can derail a whole schedule. We fix these problems on-site, so you do not need a tow to a shop first.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on mobile service. We are fully mobile, with no storefront to visit. Our technicians bring the tools to your driveway, your office lot, or a parking space at The Commons at Calabasas, and we are available around the clock.

Ignition trouble is not always the cylinder itself. A worn key, a damaged wafer set, a stuck steering lock, or a problem with a transponder chip can produce similar symptoms. We diagnose first, explain what we find in plain language, and only then recommend a repair or replacement. Sometimes a worn key is the real culprit and the cylinder is fine.

How it works in Calabasas

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    Call and describe the symptoms

    Phone (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, and year, plus what the ignition is doing. Does the key refuse to go in, go in but not turn, or turn without starting the engine? Those details help us plan the right tools and parts before we arrive.

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    We come to your vehicle

    We are fully mobile, so we meet you wherever the car is: a home garage, a gated driveway, a work lot, or a roadside spot near Calabasas Road. If access requires clearing a gatehouse, we will coordinate with you on that.

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    Diagnose the real cause

    We check the key for wear, test the cylinder, and look at the steering column lock. We also consider whether anti-theft or transponder systems are involved. This step separates a worn key from a failing cylinder so you do not pay for the wrong fix.

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    Repair or replace the cylinder

    If the cylinder can be restored, we service it. If it is worn or damaged, we replace it and fit it to the vehicle. We explain the options before any work begins.

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    Cut and program keys as needed

    Where the vehicle needs a new key or a transponder synchronized to the car, we handle that on the spot when the vehicle and key type allow it.

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    Test and hand back

    We try the ignition repeatedly, check the steering lock, and confirm the car starts and shuts off normally. You get working keys and a clear explanation of what was done.

Need ignition repair in Calabasas?

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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 ignition assemblies and parts are more involved than others
  • Whether the key is transponder or smart-key equipped and needs programming to the vehicle
  • Condition of the steering column lock and related components found during diagnosis
  • Whether new or additional keys need to be cut as part of the job
  • Time of day and location of the vehicle, since we serve around the clock and travel to you

Why Calabasas chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: the repair happens where your car is parked, with no tow to a shop required in most cases
  • In business since 1987, with owner and lead technician David Shar behind the work
  • Diagnosis before replacement, so a worn key is not mistaken for a bad cylinder
  • Available 24/7, including nights and weekends when a no-start is most disruptive
  • Comfortable working in gated communities and managed parking, coordinating access with gatehouses or property staff
  • Clear explanation of options before work starts, so you decide what is repaired or replaced

Ignition Repair across Calabasas

Calabasas has a driving pattern all its own. Residents in The Oaks, Calabasas Hills, and Mulwood commute on US-101, run errands along Parkway Calabasas and Las Virgenes Road, and park at places like The Commons at Calabasas or Old Town Calabasas on Calabasas Road. A stubborn ignition in 91302 can strike at any of these spots, and we come to the car instead of asking you to bring it in.

Much of the city sits behind guard gates. If you live in The Oaks or a similar community and your car will not start in the driveway, a technician arriving after hours may need to be cleared through the gatehouse. Give us your address and any gate instructions when you call (323) 997-8867, and we will plan around them. The same applies to hillside estates, where long private drives and driveway gates are common and a vehicle may be parked well away from the street.

Calabasas is also a gateway to outdoor destinations like Calabasas Lake, King Gillette Ranch, and Malibu Creek State Park, plus routes such as Mulholland Highway and Old Topanga Canyon Road. If a key sticks or an ignition fails when you are parked near a trailhead or heading home from a canyon drive, call us any hour and we will tell you what we can do on-site.

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Ignition Repair in Calabasas — FAQs

Can you repair an ignition at my home in Calabasas?
Yes. We are fully mobile and work in driveways, garages, and parking areas across Calabasas, including gated neighborhoods. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the problem.
Why won't my key turn in the ignition?
Common causes include a worn key, a damaged or worn cylinder, a steering wheel lock that is binding, or debris inside the lock. Gently moving the wheel while turning the key sometimes frees a binding lock, but if it still will not turn, avoid forcing it and call us.
Do I need a new ignition cylinder or just a new key?
Not always. A worn key can mimic a failing cylinder. We inspect both and recommend only what is needed, so you do not replace parts that are still working.
Do you work 24/7 in Calabasas?
Yes, we are available around the clock, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will talk through your situation.
Can you help if my car is inside a guard-gated community like The Oaks?
Yes. Let us know the community and any gatehouse procedures when you call. We coordinate access so we can reach your vehicle and complete the repair.
Will you program the key after replacing the cylinder?
When your vehicle uses a transponder or similar system, the key may need to be programmed to the car. We handle this on-site when the vehicle and key type allow it, and we will tell you up front what your car needs.
Do I have to tow my car to a shop?
In most cases no. Because we are mobile and bring tools to you, many ignition repairs can be done where the car sits. If a problem goes beyond what can be done on-site, we will tell you honestly.
How is the price of ignition repair determined?
It depends on whether the cylinder can be repaired or replaced, your vehicle, whether keys need cutting or programming, and the condition of related parts. We explain this before starting, and you can reach us at (323) 997-8867 to discuss your situation.
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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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