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Automotive Locksmith in San Fernando, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in San Fernando, California. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, lost keys, transponder programming and ignition repair. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, any day, and we will talk through your situation.

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Being locked out of a vehicle or stuck without a working key is never convenient, and in a compact city like San Fernando it tends to happen at the worst spots: a parking space along San Fernando Road, a lot off Truman Street, a driveway near Las Palmas Park, or the shoulder near the I-5 and CA-118 interchanges. Our automotive locksmith service is fully mobile, so the work happens wherever your vehicle is sitting. We do not have a storefront, which means there is nothing to tow your car to and nowhere you need to go.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on one idea: do the job properly, explain what is happening, and do not damage the vehicle. That applies whether you drive a daily commuter, a work truck, a motorcycle, a motorhome, or you manage a small fleet of vehicles that need keys cut or replaced.

This page explains what automotive locksmith work actually involves, what affects the cost, and how it looks in San Fernando specifically. We do not quote prices on a web page because the right answer depends on your vehicle and situation. We are happy to talk it through by phone at (323) 997-8867, at any hour.

How it works in San Fernando

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    You call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what happened: keys locked inside, keys lost, a broken key in the door or ignition, or a key that no longer starts the car. Give us the make, model and year, and your location in San Fernando. Those details tell us what tools and key blanks to bring.

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    We confirm ownership

    Before we open or make a key for any vehicle, we ask for proof that it is yours or that you are authorized to access it, typically an ID and registration or similar paperwork. It protects you and it is standard, responsible locksmith practice.

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    We travel to your vehicle

    Because we are fully mobile and available 24/7, we drive to you, whether you are parked downtown by the San Fernando Mall, at home in a neighborhood tract, or at a business lot. We do not make arrival time promises we cannot control, but we will stay in contact with you by phone.

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    We choose the least invasive method

    For lockouts we use professional entry tools designed to avoid scratching paint, bending door frames, or damaging weatherstripping and wiring. For key problems we assess the lock, ignition and electronics before deciding whether to cut, program, repair or replace.

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    We cut and program keys on site

    For lost-key situations we can cut a new key and, when your vehicle requires it, program a transponder or remote key to the car. Everything is tested before we finish: door, trunk if applicable, ignition and remote functions.

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    We review the work and answer questions

    Before you pay, we walk through what was done, confirm the keys work, and suggest sensible steps such as having a spare made so you are not stranded again.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model and year, since newer vehicles with transponder chips, smart keys or push-button start need more equipment and programming than older all-mechanical keys.
  • The type of service needed: a simple lockout is a different job than an all-keys-lost situation, a broken key extraction, or an ignition cylinder repair.
  • The type of key involved, such as a standard cut key, transponder key, remote head key, key fob or proximity smart key.
  • Whether the vehicle is a car, truck, motorcycle, RV or part of a fleet, because locks and key systems differ and multiple vehicles can change how work is organized.
  • Time of day and location, since we serve around the clock and travel to the vehicle, so after-hours calls and distance can factor in.
  • Whether you need extra copies of keys or remotes cut at the same visit, which adds materials and programming time.

Why San Fernando chooses us

  • Fully mobile: we bring the equipment to you in San Fernando, so you never need a tow or a trip to a shop.
  • In business since 1987, with owner and lead technician David Shar personally shaping how the work is done.
  • 24/7 availability for lockouts and lost-key emergencies, including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • We serve cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call covers a family vehicle or a business with several.
  • We aim for non-destructive entry and explain options before work begins, so you understand what you are paying for.
  • We handle both automotive and residential or commercial lock work, which is useful for San Fernando owners who need help at home, at a storefront and in their vehicle.

Automotive Locksmith across San Fernando

San Fernando is a small, independent city of about 2.4 square miles, entirely surrounded by the City of Los Angeles and known as The Mission City since its incorporation in 1911. It is fully reachable by road, and as a mobile locksmith we serve it the same way we serve the rest of the region. In 91340, the calls we picture most often come from the downtown area around the San Fernando Mall, Truman Street and San Fernando Road, where visitors, shoppers and shop workers park for the day and occasionally lock keys in the car.

Residential streets matter too. Around Las Palmas Park and the Layne Park and Recreation Park area, many vehicles are parked on the street or in older driveways beside early-20th-century bungalows and postwar tract homes. A lost key or a lockout in front of the house is a very common scenario, and we can come to the curb or driveway without you needing to go anywhere. Commuters who rely on Maclay Avenue, Brand Boulevard, the I-5 or CA-118 also sometimes get stuck on a side street or in a lot away from home, and we meet them there.

San Fernando also has many small businesses and work vehicles, from tradespeople parked near downtown to delivery and service trucks. If you run a few vehicles, call us about spare keys and fleet key needs. And if your building downtown, such as an older storefront with a transom, needs lock work as well, we can discuss that separately. For the vehicle, call (323) 997-8867 whenever you need us.

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Other San Fernando locksmith services

See all of our San Fernando services, or our citywide automotive locksmith page.

Automotive Locksmith in San Fernando — FAQs

Do you really come to me in San Fernando at night?
Yes. We are a 24/7 mobile locksmith, so you can call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and we will come to your vehicle in San Fernando. We do not give arrival time guarantees, but we will talk with you directly about your situation.
Can you make a new car key if I have lost all my keys?
In most cases, yes. We can cut a key from the vehicle and program a transponder or remote when the car requires it, right where it is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 with the make, model and year so we know what to bring.
Will opening my car door damage it?
We use professional tools and techniques intended to avoid damage to paint, seals, wiring and the lock. No method is perfect on every vehicle, but non-destructive entry is our goal and we will explain what we plan to do first.
Do I need to prove the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for ID and proof of ownership or authorization, such as registration, before opening a vehicle or making a key. It protects you from someone else gaining access to your car.
What if my key broke off in the door or ignition?
We can extract broken key pieces and, if needed, cut and program a replacement. If the lock or ignition cylinder is worn or damaged, we can discuss repair or replacement options on site.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and trucks?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. Tell us about the vehicle when you call (323) 997-8867 so we can prepare the right tools and key blanks.
How much will it cost?
It depends on the vehicle, the type of key, the problem and the time and location of the call. We do not publish set prices online, but we will explain what affects the cost and answer your questions before work begins.
Do you have a shop in San Fernando I can visit?
No. We are mobile only and have no storefront. We come to you wherever your vehicle is, whether that is downtown, near Las Palmas Park, or elsewhere in the city.
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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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