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Automotive Locksmith in North Hollywood · 24/7 mobile

Automotive Locksmith in North Hollywood, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in North Hollywood, California. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, key replacement, broken keys and ignition problems. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we will tell you what we can do on site.

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A car lockout in North Hollywood rarely happens at a convenient moment. It might be after a show at the El Portal Theatre, in a parking structure near the North Hollywood Metro Station, or at the curb on Magnolia Boulevard with groceries melting in the back seat. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so the workshop comes to the vehicle, wherever it is parked, and we are available around the clock.

We have served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on automotive and residential work done carefully and explained plainly. Automotive locksmithing covers more than getting a door open. It includes cutting and programming replacement keys, extracting a broken key from a door or ignition, repairing worn ignition cylinders, and handling trucks, motorcycles, RVs and work vehicles for local businesses.

There is no storefront to drive to, and that is intentional. If you are stranded, the last thing you need is to find a way to a shop. Call (323) 997-8867, tell us the year, make and model, where you are, and what happened, and we will explain the options before any work begins.

How it works in North Hollywood

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    Call and describe the situation

    Phone (323) 997-8867 and tell us the vehicle's year, make and model, your location, and what is wrong: keys locked inside, a lost key, a snapped key, or a car that will not start. Those details tell us what tools and key blanks to bring.

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    Confirm you own or may access the vehicle

    Before opening or making a key for a vehicle, we ask for reasonable proof that it is yours or that you are authorized to access it, such as an ID and registration or insurance paperwork. It protects owners and keeps us on the right side of the work.

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    Choose the least invasive entry or fix

    For lockouts we use non-destructive methods designed to protect paint, weatherstripping and door electronics. For a snapped key we extract the fragment carefully, because forcing it can damage the lock cylinder or ignition.

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    Cut or program the key on site

    When you need a replacement, we cut the key from the vehicle's code or the lock itself and program transponder or remote functions as the vehicle allows. Because we work from the vehicle, you can test everything before we finish.

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    Repair worn parts if needed

    A key that sticks, turns only with jiggling, or an ignition that will not release often points to a worn cylinder. We can explain whether repair, rekeying or replacement makes sense rather than just selling the biggest fix.

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    Test and review before we leave

    We try every door, the trunk where relevant, and the ignition, and confirm the spare key works. You will know what was done and what to watch for.

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What affects the price

  • The type of service: opening a locked door, cutting a basic key, programming a transponder or smart key, and repairing an ignition each involve different tools, time and parts.
  • Vehicle make, model and year, since newer vehicles and some European makes often require more programming equipment and procedures than older ones.
  • Whether you have a working key to copy or are in an all-keys-lost situation, which can require more work to originate a key.
  • Time of day and location, because after-hours calls and hard-to-reach spots can affect the scope of the visit.
  • Parts involved, such as a replacement ignition cylinder, key blank, or remote, which vary by vehicle.
  • The number of vehicles, as in a fleet or business account, where we can plan work to be efficient.

Why North Hollywood chooses us

  • Fully mobile and open 24/7, so we meet you at the vehicle rather than asking you to find a shop.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work and standing behind it.
  • One company that handles cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so a family vehicle and a work van can be served by the same call.
  • We explain the options and what influences the cost before starting, and we do not quote numbers we cannot back up over the phone.
  • Broken key extraction and ignition repair are part of the service, so a damaged key does not automatically mean a tow.
  • Our residential and commercial lock experience means we can also help with house, apartment and storefront locks on the same visit when you need it.

Automotive Locksmith across North Hollywood

North Hollywood is a car-and-transit neighborhood, and the lockouts reflect that. Drivers park along Lankershim Boulevard and Magnolia Boulevard for dinner in the NoHo Arts District, near the El Portal Theatre, or around the Television Academy, and a key left on the seat or a dead key fob can end an evening quickly. Others leave a car at the North Hollywood Metro Station, where the B Line ends and the G Line busway begins, and return to a lost key or a vehicle that will not start. We come to street parking, lots and apartment garages across 91601, 91605 and 91606 and the rest of the area.

Commuters here depend on US-101, SR-170, Vineland Avenue and Victory Boulevard, so a vehicle that will not start can disrupt a whole day. Residents in Toluca Woods and North Hollywood West often call for spare keys, worn ignition cylinders, or a key that has begun to stick. In older apartment buildings, the same key ring may carry both car and door keys, so it helps that we also handle home locks. A tenant with a snapped key in a tired apartment lock can get help with the car and the door on one visit.

Businesses along Lankershim and Magnolia, from restaurants to service companies in 91601, 91602 and 91607, also run delivery vehicles and work trucks. We can cut and program keys for these vehicles, replace lost keys after staff turnover, and keep spares organized. Call (323) 997-8867 whenever you need us, day or night.

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Automotive Locksmith in North Hollywood — FAQs

Do you serve all of North Hollywood around the clock?
Yes. We are a 24/7 mobile locksmith and serve North Hollywood, including the NoHo Arts District, Toluca Woods and North Hollywood West. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through your situation.
Do I need to come to a shop to get a car key made?
No. We are fully mobile and have no storefront. We cut and program keys at your vehicle, so you do not need to tow it or find a ride.
Can you open my car without damaging it?
In most cases, yes. We use non-destructive entry methods intended to protect paint, seals and electronics. The right method depends on the vehicle, and we will tell you if a particular car presents extra risk.
What if I have lost all my keys?
We can often originate a new key from the vehicle itself, though it may involve more steps than copying a working key. Call (323) 997-8867 with the make, model and year, and we will explain what is involved.
Can you remove a broken key from my ignition or door?
Yes. We extract broken key pieces carefully so the cylinder is not damaged further. If the ignition is worn, we can discuss repair or replacement.
Do you work on trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets?
Yes. We service cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and business fleets. For fleets, call (323) 997-8867 to talk about the number of vehicles and what you need.
Will you ask for proof that the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for reasonable verification, such as ID and registration or other paperwork, before opening a vehicle or making a key. This protects owners.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the service, the vehicle, whether you have a working key, parts needed, and the time and place of the call. We explain these factors before work begins so you know what to expect.
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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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