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Automotive Locksmith in Port Hueneme, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Port Hueneme, California: car lockouts, lost-key replacement, transponder and key fob programming, ignition repair and more. We come to your vehicle wherever it is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, day or night, to reach us.

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A dead key fob or a locked door never picks a convenient moment. In Port Hueneme it might happen in the parking lot at Hueneme Beach Park after a few hours on the sand, in a driveway in Bubbling Springs, or on a side street near the base gate when you're due on shift. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we bring the tools and key-cutting and programming equipment to wherever the vehicle is sitting. There is no shop to tow your car to, and no storefront to visit.

Our automotive work covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles. That includes opening locked vehicles without damaging the door or paint, cutting and programming replacement keys when every key is lost, adding a spare before you are stranded, repairing worn or broken ignition cylinders, and fixing keys that snapped off in a lock or ignition. Crenshaw Lock has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar, the owner and lead technician, built the company on the idea that a stranded driver needs a straight answer and a careful hand.

Port Hueneme has its own rhythm. It is a small coastal city wrapped around Naval Base Ventura County and the working Port of Hueneme, so we see service members, port workers, beachgoers, residents and delivery fleets, and many of them park outdoors in salt air and sand. That environment is hard on keys, fobs, door handles and ignition parts. We understand those wear patterns and plan for them, whether the job is a simple lockout or a full replacement key for a late-model vehicle.

How it works in Port Hueneme

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    You call, we ask the right questions

    Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour. We will ask for the year, make and model of the vehicle, where it is parked, and what happened: keys locked inside, lost, broken, or a fob that stopped working. Those details tell us what equipment to bring so the job is done in one visit.

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    We confirm who you are and that the vehicle is yours

    Before we open or make keys for any vehicle, we ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as a registration and matching ID. This protects you and keeps us from helping with a theft. Fleet managers can arrange authorization on behalf of drivers.

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    We come to the vehicle

    Our technician drives to your location, whether that is a driveway in Surfside, a lot near the pier, a street near the base, or a port-adjacent yard. We explain the approach and the cost factors before starting work.

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    Entry or key work, done carefully

    For lockouts we use professional entry tools made to protect weatherstripping, door skin and electronics. For lost keys we cut the key by code or by hand and program the transponder or fob to your vehicle's computer, so you do not need a dealer tow.

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    Testing and handoff

    We test every key and fob: door locks, trunk, ignition, remote functions and the starting system. If an old lost key is a concern, we can discuss removing it from the vehicle's memory so it no longer starts the car. You leave with working keys and a clear explanation of what was done.

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What affects the price

  • Type of service: a simple lockout is a different job than cutting and programming a brand-new key from scratch or repairing an ignition cylinder.
  • Vehicle make, model and year: many newer vehicles use encrypted transponder chips, smart keys or push-button start, which require more specialized equipment and programming.
  • Number of keys needed: adding a spare while a working key is in hand differs from an all-keys-lost situation where every key must be created fresh.
  • Key and fob type: a basic metal key, a transponder key, a flip key and a proximity smart fob involve different parts and different amounts of work.
  • Time and location: after-hours calls, holidays and hard-to-reach spots can affect the total, and we will explain this when you call.
  • Condition of the lock hardware: salt-air corrosion or worn ignition and door components can mean extra repair or replacement parts beyond the key itself.

Why Port Hueneme chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7. We come to your vehicle, so you are not paying for a tow just to get a key made.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the technical work and standing behind it.
  • We work on cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call covers a family sedan, a work truck or a delivery van.
  • We explain the cost factors up front and do not push work you do not need. If a repair is not worthwhile, we say so.
  • We understand coastal wear. Salt air, sand and moisture affect fobs, door handles and ignition cylinders, and we know what to check.
  • We verify ownership before making keys or opening vehicles, which protects you and the community.

Automotive Locksmith across Port Hueneme

Port Hueneme is compact, but its mix of neighborhoods means automotive calls come from different situations. In Surfside, particularly around the beachfront condo buildings and Surfside Dr, cars sit outdoors in salt air year-round, and fobs and door handles show the wear. In Bubbling Springs, quiet residential streets mean many calls are lost-key or spare-key requests from home driveways. Around Hueneme Beach and Downtown, beachgoers who lock keys in a vehicle near the pier or park are a regular scenario.

The city is bordered by Naval Base Ventura County and the Port of Hueneme, so we also support service members, civilian base workers and port-related drivers who may need help close to Hueneme Rd, Ventura Rd, Channel Islands Blvd or Port Hueneme Rd. We serve ZIP codes 93041, 93043 and 93044, and can reach vehicles parked near the Seabee Museum, the lighthouse or the beach lots. Because we are mobile only, there is no counter to visit; we meet you where the car is.

If you are working a port or base schedule and cannot afford to be stuck, call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where you are. For businesses with vehicles in the area, ask us about spare keys and fleet key management so a lost key does not take a vehicle off the road.

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Automotive Locksmith in Port Hueneme — FAQs

Do you really come to me anywhere in Port Hueneme?
Yes. We are fully mobile and serve Surfside, Bubbling Springs, Hueneme Beach and Downtown, and the surrounding ZIP codes 93041, 93043 and 93044. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where the vehicle is parked.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
We are available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 whenever you need help and we will take it from there.
Can you make a key if I have lost all of mine?
In most cases yes. We can cut and program a new key or fob on site without towing the vehicle to a dealer. We will need proof of ownership and the vehicle details. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your make and model.
Will opening my car damage the door or paint?
Professional lockout methods are designed to avoid damage to paint, weatherstripping and electronics. Our technicians use tools made for the task rather than force.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and work trucks?
Yes. We service cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles. This is helpful for port-area businesses and residents with larger or specialty vehicles.
Why does my key fob keep failing near the beach?
Salt air, moisture and sand can corrode battery contacts and electronics. Sometimes a new battery fixes it, and sometimes the fob shell or board needs replacement. We can diagnose it on site.
What proof of ownership do you need?
We typically ask for a valid ID and registration or other documentation that matches the vehicle. This keeps your vehicle secure. If you are authorizing on behalf of a fleet, let us know when you call.
Can you add a spare key before I lose the only one?
Yes, and it is usually simpler and less costly than an all-keys-lost situation. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule a spare key, especially if you live or work near the base or port and rely on your vehicle daily.
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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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