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Ignition Repair in Granada Hills, California

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

  • Mobile to your Granada Hills location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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An ignition that sticks, grinds, or refuses to turn the key is rarely a problem that fixes itself. In Granada Hills, where so many households depend on a car for the commute down Balboa Blvd, the run to the I-405, or the drive along the Ronald Reagan Fwy, a failing ignition tends to show up at the worst moment: in a school pickup line near Granada Hills Charter High School, in a grocery lot off Devonshire St, or in your own driveway before work.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar and our team are fully mobile. We have no storefront for you to tow your car to. We bring the tools to your vehicle, diagnose what is actually wrong, and repair or replace the ignition cylinder on site whenever that is the right fix.

Ignition trouble has several possible causes, and they are not all the same repair. A worn key, a worn cylinder, a damaged steering column lock, or a problem on the electrical side can all feel alike from the driver's seat. We start by working out which one you have, so you pay for the work your car needs rather than a guess.

How it works in Granada Hills

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    Call and describe the symptoms

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us the year, make, and model, and what the key is doing: not turning, turning but not starting, stuck in the cylinder, or spinning loosely. Those details help us bring the right parts and tools.

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    We drive to your location

    Because we are fully mobile, we meet you at home, at work, in a parking lot, or on the street. We do not ask you to tow the car anywhere, and we do not make timing promises we cannot keep.

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    Diagnose before we cut or replace anything

    We check the key for wear, test the cylinder, and look at the steering column lock to see whether the fault is the key, the cylinder, or something else. If the issue is outside our trade, we tell you plainly.

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    Repair or replace the cylinder

    Sometimes a worn cylinder can be serviced and the car goes back to normal. When it cannot, we replace it and set up keys that match, working to avoid unnecessary damage to your steering column and trim.

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    Test and hand back working keys

    Before we finish, we run the keys through the ignition several times, confirm the car starts, and check that the steering lock releases. We also go over what wore out so you know what to watch for.

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What affects the price

  • The vehicle's make, model, and year, since some ignition cylinders and column designs are far more involved than others.
  • Whether the existing cylinder can be repaired or has to be fully replaced.
  • Whether your car has a transponder or chip key that must be programmed to work with the new cylinder.
  • How many working keys you currently have and how many new ones you need.
  • The condition of the steering column and surrounding parts, which affects how much labor the job takes.
  • The time of day and your location, since we are available around the clock and travel to you.

Why Granada Hills chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: the repair happens where your car sits, with no tow to a shop required.
  • Operating since 1987, so we have seen a very wide range of ignition failures on older and newer vehicles.
  • Diagnosis comes first. We find out whether it is the key, the cylinder, or another fault before recommending a replacement.
  • The owner, David Shar, leads the work, so the standard for the job is set by someone with a personal stake in the reputation.
  • Honest quotes: we explain what affects the price and tell you if a repair is not worth doing.
  • Available 24/7, which matters when a stuck ignition strands you late at night or early in the morning.

Ignition Repair across Granada Hills

Granada Hills spreads across the northern San Fernando Valley, and cars here live in many different settings. In Old Granada Hills along Chatsworth St, vehicles often sit in older driveways or on the street, exposed to sun and daily use that wear keys down over the years. In the Balboa Highlands Eichler tract and around Knollwood, carports and garages hold cars that may be used less often, and a long-idle car can develop a stiff ignition that finally gives out. We serve all of these areas, including ZIP codes 91344 and 91394.

The foothill side of town brings its own wear. Homes near O'Melveny Park and the Bee Canyon and Bull Creek areas deal with dust, heat, and hillside driving. Fine grit can work into a cylinder and make a key feel gritty or stick, and hot summer days can make a worn key more likely to bind. If your car will not start up there, we can come to the driveway rather than have you coax it down the hill.

Whether you are stuck near Zelzah Ave and Devonshire St, off Rinaldi St, along San Fernando Mission Blvd, or close to the Hayvenhurst Ave and Sepulveda Blvd corridors, call (323) 997-8867. We are mobile and available 24/7, and we will come to wherever your car is parked in Granada Hills.

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Ignition Repair in Granada Hills — FAQs

Can you repair an ignition at my home in Granada Hills?
Yes. We are fully mobile and work at your driveway, street, or parking spot. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where the car is.
Why won't my key turn in the ignition?
Common causes include a worn key, a worn or dirty cylinder, or a steering column lock that is binding. Try gently turning the wheel while turning the key. If it still will not move, do not force it, and call us to diagnose it.
Do I always need a new ignition cylinder?
No. Sometimes the key is the real problem, or the cylinder can be serviced. We check first and only recommend replacement when it is the right fix.
Will a new cylinder work with my existing key?
Often we can set up the replacement to work with your key, but it depends on the vehicle. Many newer cars also need transponder programming. We will explain what your car needs before starting.
Can you help if my key is stuck or broke off in the ignition?
Yes, we can work on stuck or broken keys at your vehicle. Please avoid pulling hard or using tools yourself, since that can damage the cylinder. Call (323) 997-8867 for help.
Do you offer ignition repair at night or on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. We do not make arrival-time promises, but we will tell you what to expect when you call.
How is the cost of ignition repair determined?
It depends on your vehicle, whether the cylinder is repaired or replaced, any key programming, how many keys you need, and when and where we travel. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will explain what applies to your car.
Is there a shop in Granada Hills I can bring my car to?
No. We are mobile only and have no storefront. We come to you anywhere in Granada Hills, including ZIP codes 91344 and 91394.
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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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