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Crenshaw Lock

Automotive Locksmith · 24/7 mobile

Mobile Automotive Locksmith in Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County

Crenshaw Lock Company is a 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, keys and ignition problems. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, any day.

  • Mobile — we come to your location
  • Available 24/7
  • Upfront price quoted before we start
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A vehicle problem rarely happens somewhere convenient. Keys get locked inside at a grocery store, a fob dies in a parking structure, or a key breaks off in an ignition on the way to work. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we have no shop you need to get to. We come to wherever the vehicle is, and we work on it right there.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Southern California since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. Automotive work covers a wide range: cars and trucks, motorcycles, RVs, and business fleets that need several vehicles handled with minimal downtime. Each type has its own locks, key styles and security systems, so we start by learning what you are driving before we decide on an approach.

Whether you need a lockout opened, a spare key made, a worn ignition addressed, or a replacement after all keys are lost, we explain the options plainly. We aim to get you moving again without unnecessary work and without damaging your vehicle.

How our automotive locksmith service works

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the vehicle's make, model and year, where it is parked, and what happened. Lockout, lost keys, broken key and dead fob all call for different tools, so these details help us prepare.

  2. 2

    We travel to your vehicle

    Because we are fully mobile, we drive to your home, workplace, parking lot or roadside location. There is no towing to a shop for most key and lock issues.

  3. 3

    Confirm ownership

    Before opening a vehicle or making a key, we ask for reasonable proof that you are the owner or authorized user. This protects you and is standard responsible practice for locksmiths.

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    Assess the lock and key system

    We check whether the vehicle uses a traditional key, a transponder chip, a remote fob or a push-button start system. That determines whether the job is opening the door, cutting a key, programming, or a combination.

  5. 5

    Do the work on site

    We open the vehicle with methods chosen to avoid damage, or cut and program the key, or repair the ignition or lock as needed. We test everything before we finish.

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    Review and wrap up

    We confirm the keys start the vehicle and operate the doors, and we talk through spare keys so you are not stranded again.

What affects the price

  • The type of vehicle: a basic older key differs from a transponder key, smart key or push-button start system.
  • The kind of job: a simple lockout, a duplicate key, an all-keys-lost replacement or an ignition repair involve different labor and parts.
  • Programming needs: some vehicles need keys or fobs programmed to the car's computer, which takes added equipment and time.
  • Time of day and location: after-hours calls and farther travel can influence the final quote.
  • Number of vehicles: fleet work or several keys at once may be handled differently from a single call.
  • Parts required: a replacement key blank, fob, lock cylinder or ignition component affects the total.

Why choose us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to you, with no storefront to visit and no need to tow in most cases.
  • Available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays, because lockouts do not keep business hours.
  • Serving Southern California since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work.
  • We handle a broad range of vehicles: cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets.
  • We work to avoid damaging doors, locks and trim, and we explain options before starting.
  • We ask for ownership verification, which protects you and your vehicle.

Where we work

Our automotive locksmith service covers Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County. In the San Fernando Valley and the San Gabriel Valley, we help drivers at homes, offices, shopping centers and commuter lots. In the South Bay and Harbor area and the Gateway Cities, we work with residents, port-adjacent businesses and fleets that depend on their vehicles.

We also serve the Westside, Central and South LA, and parts of Ventura County. Since we are fully mobile, the best way to confirm coverage for your exact location is to call (323) 997-8867. Tell us where the vehicle is parked and we will let you know how we can help.

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Automotive Locksmith — FAQs

Can you unlock my car without damaging it?
That is always the goal. We use tools and techniques designed to open vehicles without harming the door, paint or lock. If you are locked out, call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make and model.
I lost all my car keys. Can you make a new one?
In many cases, yes. We can typically cut and program a replacement key on site, depending on the vehicle's system. Call (323) 997-8867 with the make, model and year so we can discuss what is involved.
Do you work on transponder keys and key fobs?
Yes. Many modern vehicles use chip-equipped keys or remote fobs that must be programmed. We assess your vehicle's system first, then advise on the right approach.
Can you help with a broken key in the ignition or door?
We can work on broken keys stuck in a lock or ignition, extract the pieces and, where needed, make a new working key. Worn or damaged ignitions can often be addressed on site too.
Do you service motorcycles and RVs?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles and RVs, as well as business fleets. Each has its own lock types, so tell us what you have when you call.
Do you handle fleet vehicles for businesses?
We do. We can help with keys, lockouts and lock issues across multiple vehicles, with the aim of limiting downtime. Call to discuss your fleet's needs.
Will I need to prove the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization before opening a vehicle or making a key. It protects you and is a normal part of responsible locksmith work.
Do I need to tow my car to you?
No. We are fully mobile and come to your vehicle. Most lockouts, key replacements and many lock repairs can be done where the car is parked.
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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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