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Car Lockout Service in Malibu, California

Locked out of your car in Malibu? Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile car lockout service, coming to you on Pacific Coast Highway, in the canyons, or at the beach, using damage-free methods whenever the vehicle allows. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, any day.

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A car lockout in Malibu rarely happens somewhere convenient. It might be a gravel pullout along Pacific Coast Highway after a morning at Zuma Beach, a parking space near the Malibu Country Mart, or a canyon turnout on Kanan Dume Road where cell service comes and goes. Keys end up on the dashboard, in a beach bag in the trunk, or in a jacket you left in the sand. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we come to the car instead of asking you to get it anywhere.

Our approach is simple: get you back in without harming the vehicle. Modern cars have tight door seals, side airbags in the doors, and wiring running through the same spaces a careless tool can reach, so technique matters. We use professional unlocking tools designed to protect paint, weatherstripping, and window glass, and we choose the method based on your specific vehicle rather than forcing one approach on everything.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar has spent decades handling lockouts like this. We are available 24/7, which matters in a city where the nearest help can feel a long way off after dark. We have no storefront, because the work happens where your car is parked.

How it works in Malibu

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where you are, the make, model, and year of the car, and whether the keys are inside the cabin or the trunk. Mention whether a child or pet is inside, since that changes how urgently we treat the call.

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    Confirm where you are parked

    Give us a cross street, mile marker area, beach lot, or landmark. Along PCH and in canyon stretches, a clear description of the pullout or lot helps us find you without confusion. If you can move to a safer, well-lit spot, do so.

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    Assess the vehicle and lock type

    On arrival we look at the car to decide the gentlest way in. Door design, window type, and whether the vehicle has a keyless or push-button system all influence the method we use.

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    Unlock without damage

    We use professional tools made to avoid scratching paint, tearing seals, or interfering with door electronics. The goal is clean entry with the vehicle exactly as it was before the lockout.

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    Check everything and get you moving

    Once the door is open, we make sure locks, windows, and handles still work normally. You can retrieve your keys and confirm the car is in order before we wrap up.

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What affects the price

  • Time of day: after-hours, overnight, weekend, and holiday calls can be priced differently from daytime service.
  • Vehicle type: some newer or luxury models have more complex door and security systems that take more care to open safely.
  • Location: remote canyon roads, beach lots, and stretches of PCH far from town affect travel.
  • Keys in the trunk versus the cabin: trunk lockouts can involve a different entry approach than a standard door.
  • Whether a replacement or spare key is also needed, which adds work beyond the unlock itself.
  • Current conditions such as heavy coastal traffic or road closures that change how we reach you.

Why Malibu chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a late-night lockout on a dark stretch of coastline still gets an answer.
  • Serving Los Angeles and Ventura Counties since 1987, with owner David Shar's experience behind the work.
  • Damage-free methods chosen for your particular vehicle, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
  • Familiarity with Malibu's geography, including PCH, Kanan Dume Road, Malibu Canyon Road, and beach parking areas.
  • Can also address related needs such as spare keys, so one visit can solve more than the immediate lockout.
  • Straightforward communication about what affects the price, with no vague promises.

Car Lockout across Malibu

Malibu stretches along miles of coastline, and lockouts happen all along it: the lots at Zuma Beach, the stretch near Surfrider Beach and Malibu Pier, the restaurants around the Civic Center and Nobu, and the shops at the Malibu Country Mart. We also respond up the canyons, including Malibu Canyon Road, Las Flores Canyon Road, and Kanan Dume Road, and along Topanga Canyon Boulevard (SR-27) where it meets PCH.

We work across the city's neighborhoods, from Point Dume, where beach days and trailhead parking often end with keys left behind, to the gated streets of Malibu Colony and the Big Rock area above the highway. Whether you are in 90265 near the central coast, 90263 close to Pepperdine University, or 90264 toward the western end, a locked car is handled the same way: we come to you, assess the vehicle, and open it carefully.

Salt air and sand are part of life here and they take a toll on cars too. Door handles, trunk latches, and key fobs can wear or stick over time, and a fob left in a beach bag is a common culprit. If your lockout came from a worn key or a dead fob, we can talk through replacement options while we are there. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will find you.

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Car Lockout in Malibu — FAQs

Do you really come to me anywhere in Malibu?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront, so we come to your car, whether it is on PCH, in a beach lot, or up a canyon road. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe where you are.
Will unlocking my car damage it?
Our methods are chosen to avoid damage to paint, seals, and door electronics. We assess your specific vehicle first so the approach fits the car, and we check that everything works afterward.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. You can reach us at (323) 997-8867 at any hour.
What if my keys are locked in the trunk?
We can handle trunk lockouts as well as cabin lockouts. Let us know the make, model, and year when you call so we can plan the safest way in.
I locked my keys in the car at the beach. What should I do first?
Move to a safe, visible spot if you can, then call (323) 997-8867 with your location and vehicle details. If a child or pet is inside the car, tell us right away and consider contacting emergency services.
Can you help with a car in a canyon area with poor cell reception?
If you can get a call through, we will work from your description of the road, turnout, or landmark. If signal is weak, try to move to a spot with better reception, or text a clear location to someone who can relay it.
How is the price determined?
Price depends on factors like time of day, vehicle type, your location, and whether you also need a key made. We do not quote numbers on this page, but we will explain what applies to your situation when you call.
Can you make a new key if mine is lost rather than just locked inside?
In many cases yes, depending on the vehicle. Tell us the make, model, and year, and ask about it when you call (323) 997-8867 so we can plan accordingly.
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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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