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Key Fob Replacement in Hawthorne, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides key fob replacement in Hawthorne, California, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We are fully mobile and come to your vehicle, then replace and program remote fobs and smart keys on site. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a real locksmith.

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A dead, cracked, or missing key fob rarely picks a convenient moment. In Hawthorne it might happen in a parking structure near the aerospace corridor, in the driveway of a small stucco house in Holly Glen, or at the curb outside an apartment off Hawthorne Boulevard. Either way, the car won't start or won't unlock, and the dealership can feel like a long, expensive detour.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar and our technicians bring that experience to every fob job. We are 100 percent mobile. There is no shop to drive to, no tow to arrange, and no need to leave your car stranded. We come to wherever the vehicle is parked and do the work there.

This page explains how fob replacement actually works, what affects the cost, and what to expect when you call from Hawthorne. Whether you have lost your only fob, want a spare before you do, or have a proximity key that has stopped responding, here is how we approach it.

How it works in Hawthorne

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    You call and describe the vehicle

    Call (323) 997-8867 any time of day or night. We ask for the year, make, and model, what type of key you have (flip key, remote fob, or push-button smart key), and whether you still have any working key. That tells us what we need to bring.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile, we drive to your car, whether that is a driveway in Ramona, a lot near Rocket Road, or a spot along Rosecrans Avenue. We do not make timing promises over the phone that we cannot guarantee, but we do work around the clock.

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    Verify ownership

    Before cutting or programming anything, we confirm you are the legitimate owner, typically with ID and registration or title that matches the vehicle. This protects you and protects the car from theft.

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    Cut, source, and prepare the fob

    Depending on the vehicle, we prepare a new fob and, if it has a mechanical emergency blade, cut it to your lock. We check that the fob's frequency and chip are compatible with your specific model.

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    Program to the vehicle

    We connect programming equipment to the car and pair the new fob so it locks, unlocks, and starts the engine. When your vehicle allows it, we can also add a spare, and remove a lost fob so it can no longer operate the car.

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    Test everything before we finish

    We test remote functions, trunk or hatch release, push-button start if equipped, and the emergency blade. You only pay for work that is complete and working in your hands.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since newer and luxury models often use more complex encrypted fobs.
  • Type of key: a basic remote, a flip key, and a proximity smart key each involve different hardware and programming steps.
  • Whether you still have a working key. Cloning or adding to an existing key is often simpler than creating a first key when all keys are lost.
  • Number of fobs needed, including whether you want a spare programmed in the same visit.
  • Whether the key also needs a mechanical blade cut or the ignition or lock has to be addressed.
  • Time of day and location of the vehicle, since we serve 24/7 and travel to you.

Why Hawthorne chooses us

  • Fully mobile service. We bring the equipment to your car in Hawthorne, so you never need to tow it to a dealer.
  • Operating since 1987, so we have seen the transition from simple metal keys to chipped and proximity systems.
  • Available around the clock, which matters for late shifts, airport and aerospace-area workers, and after-hours lockouts.
  • Ownership verification on every job, so we protect your vehicle and will not program a fob for someone who cannot show they own it.
  • Clear explanation of options up front, including whether a repair, a new shell, or a full replacement makes the most sense.
  • We can program a spare and disable a lost fob where the vehicle supports it, so one lost key does not become a security problem.

Key Fob Replacement across Hawthorne

Hawthorne's mix of residents and workers shapes how people lose or damage fobs. Holly Glen and Ramona are full of 1940s and 1950s stucco homes with driveways and street parking, where fobs go missing in jacket pockets, backyard projects, and laundry loads. Newer residents of the 360 South Bay development and nearby townhomes often park in shared or gated areas, where a dead smart key can keep a car stuck until someone arrives with the right programming equipment. In ZIP code 90250, we regularly hear from drivers who commute along the I-105 and I-405 and notice a fob failing right before a long day.

Work also pulls people to the SpaceX headquarters on Rocket Road, the legacy Northrop Grumman campuses, and the area around Hawthorne Municipal Airport (Jack Northrop Field). Employees there often park for long shifts, and a lost fob in a large lot is a stressful problem. Since we come to you, we can meet you in a work lot, a parking structure, or at home in Bodger Park or elsewhere in ZIP code 90251, without you needing to find a ride to a shop.

Hawthorne is the hometown of the Beach Boys, and Brian Wilson grew up here, but the real picture of local life is commuters on Hawthorne Boulevard, El Segundo Boulevard, and Imperial Highway running between home, work, and the freeways. When a key fob fails along any of those routes, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to your vehicle, whatever the hour.

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Key Fob Replacement in Hawthorne — FAQs

Can you replace a key fob if I lost all my keys in Hawthorne?
Yes, in most cases. Losing every key is more involved than adding a spare, but a mobile locksmith with the right equipment can usually create a new fob at your vehicle. Call (323) 997-8867 with your vehicle details and we will tell you what to expect.
Do I have to tow my car to a dealership?
Usually not. We are fully mobile and perform replacement and programming where the car is parked, whether that is at home, work, or on the street. Some vehicles have special requirements, and we will tell you honestly if yours is one of them.
What proof of ownership do you need?
We ask for photo ID and documentation such as registration or title that matches the vehicle. This is standard practice and protects you from someone else obtaining a key to your car.
Can you program a smart or proximity key for push-button start?
In many cases, yes. Proximity keys require compatible hardware and programming for the specific make and model. Call (323) 997-8867 and give us the year, make, and model so we can confirm what is possible.
What affects the price of a replacement fob?
The main factors are the vehicle make and year, the type of fob, whether you have a working key, how many fobs you need, and whether a blade must be cut. We explain the pricing factors for your vehicle before work begins.
Will my lost fob still be able to start my car?
Where the vehicle supports it, we can erase lost keys from the system when programming a new one, so a lost fob will no longer work. This is a good reason to program replacements professionally.
Do you offer service at night or on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays, throughout Hawthorne and the surrounding area.
Should I get a spare fob before I lose mine?
Generally yes. Adding a spare while you still have a working key is usually simpler than starting from nothing. It is a smart step for households with several drivers or anyone who commutes on the 105 or 405.
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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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