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Automotive Locksmith in Hawthorne, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Hawthorne, California, including car lockouts, lost keys, transponder programming and ignition repair for cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. We come to your vehicle wherever it is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 any time, day or night.

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Hawthorne is a city where cars are part of daily life. People commute along the I-105 and I-405, run errands down Hawthorne Blvd, and park on tight residential streets lined with mid-century apartments and dingbats. When a key goes missing or a door gets locked with the keys inside, it rarely happens somewhere convenient. That is the reason our automotive work is fully mobile: we bring the tools to you.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We have no storefront to visit. Everything is done on site, whether your car is in a driveway in Holly Glen, a carport behind an apartment building in Ramona, or a parking lot near the aerospace corridor.

Our automotive service covers the common situations: lockouts, lost or broken keys, worn ignitions, transponder and key fob programming, and broken keys stuck in a door or ignition. We also work with trucks, motorcycles, RVs and business fleets, so a single company can handle both your personal car and the vehicles used for work.

How it works in Hawthorne

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model and year of the vehicle, where it is, and what happened. Whether you are locked out, have lost every key, or have a key broken off in the ignition, those details help us bring the right tools and key blanks.

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    Confirm the vehicle and your ownership

    Before we open a vehicle or create a key, we ask for proof that the vehicle is yours or that you are authorized to access it, typically a registration or ID that matches. This protects owners and is a normal, responsible part of the job.

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    Gain entry without damage

    For lockouts we use professional entry methods designed to protect paint, weatherstripping, window glass and door electronics. The goal is to get you inside without leaving a mark, and we avoid shortcuts that could cause costly damage.

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    Cut or program the key on site

    If you need a new key, we cut and program it at your vehicle. That can mean a traditional cut key, a transponder key, or a remote fob, depending on the vehicle. Many modern cars need the new key to be programmed to communicate with the vehicle's immobilizer.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We test the key in the door, trunk and ignition, check that remote functions work, and confirm the car starts and runs normally. If an ignition or lock cylinder was worn, we explain what we found and what to expect going forward.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model and year, since newer and European vehicles often involve more complex security systems than older models.
  • The type of key needed: a basic cut key, a transponder key, a smart key or a remote fob each require different blanks and programming.
  • Whether you still have a working key, because copying an existing key is usually simpler than creating one when all keys are lost.
  • Whether the work involves a lockout only or also requires ignition repair, lock cylinder replacement or removal of a broken key.
  • Time of day and location, since late-night or hard-to-reach service involves different logistics than a daytime call.
  • The number of vehicles involved, as fleet work with several keys or vehicles can be planned and handled differently from a single emergency call.

Why Hawthorne chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so there is no need to tow a locked or keyless car to a shop; we work where the vehicle sits.
  • Open 24/7, which matters when a lockout happens after a late shift or a weekend trip out of the South Bay.
  • Operating since 1987, with the owner, David Shar, as lead technician rather than a rotating cast of unknown dispatchers.
  • Coverage across cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call handles personal and work vehicles.
  • Careful entry methods meant to avoid scratches, bent doors and damaged electronics.
  • Plain explanations of what is needed and why, with no pressure to buy work the vehicle does not require.

Automotive Locksmith across Hawthorne

Hawthorne's mix of housing creates distinct automotive needs. In neighborhoods like Holly Glen and Ramona, small post-war stucco homes often have narrow driveways and street parking, so cars get locked or lose keys right at the curb. Around Bodger Park, families juggle multiple vehicles and spare keys that tend to disappear into drawers. In the newer 360 South Bay development, residents with garage and guest parking still run into the same trouble: a dead fob, a lost smart key or a car that will not recognize its key. We serve addresses throughout ZIP codes 90250 and 90251.

The city's aerospace and industrial base shapes vehicle needs too. Around Rocket Road, Hawthorne Municipal Airport and the legacy Northrop Grumman campuses, many people drive work trucks, vans and shared company vehicles. Fleet keys get lost, ignition cylinders wear out under heavy use, and a vehicle that will not start can hold up a whole shift. We can service those vehicles on site rather than making you shuttle them elsewhere.

Hawthorne sits right between the I-105 and I-405, and locals move along Hawthorne Blvd, Rosecrans Ave, El Segundo Blvd and Imperial Hwy all day. Whether you are stuck in a shopping center lot, outside an apartment building or on a side street near the freeway, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Automotive Locksmith in Hawthorne — FAQs

Do you really come to me anywhere in Hawthorne?
Yes. Our automotive service is fully mobile and we have no storefront. We travel to your vehicle in places like Holly Glen, Ramona, Bodger Park, 360 South Bay or a lot near the airport. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where you are.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
We operate 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. If you are locked out late after work or early in the morning, call (323) 997-8867 any time.
Can you make a new key if I have lost all my keys?
In many cases, yes. We can cut and program a replacement key on site once we confirm the vehicle and your ownership. The process depends on the vehicle's make, model and year, so have those details ready when you call.
Will opening my car damage it?
We use professional entry methods designed to protect paint, glass, weatherstripping and electronics. Careful technique is a priority, and we explain what we plan to do before starting.
Do you work on trucks, motorcycles and RVs?
Yes. We handle cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. If you manage work vehicles near the aerospace corridor, we can help with lost keys, ignition problems and duplicate keys.
What proof of ownership do you need?
We typically ask for ID along with a registration or other documentation linking you to the vehicle. This is standard practice and protects you from someone else gaining access to your car.
What is a transponder key and why does it need programming?
A transponder key contains a chip that talks to the vehicle's immobilizer. Even if the metal blade is cut correctly, the car may not start until the chip is programmed. We can do this at your location.
How is the price determined for an automotive call?
It depends on factors like the vehicle, the type of key, whether any working keys remain, and the work required. Describe your situation when you call (323) 997-8867 and we can talk through what applies to you.
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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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