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Automotive Locksmith in Simi Valley, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Simi Valley, California: car lockouts, lost or broken keys, transponder keys, fobs and ignition repair, all at your vehicle's location. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we will talk through your situation.

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Getting locked out of a car in Simi Valley rarely happens somewhere convenient. It happens in the lot at the Simi Valley Town Center with groceries melting in the back seat, at a trailhead near Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, or in a driveway in Wood Ranch at eleven at night. Because we are fully mobile, there is no shop to tow your car to. The work happens where the vehicle is sitting, whether that is a curb, a garage, a work yard or a shoulder off SR-118.

Our automotive work covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles. That means lockout entry, key cutting from the vehicle's code or by decoding, programming transponder keys and remote fobs, extracting broken keys from doors and ignitions, and diagnosing worn ignition cylinders. Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar has spent decades around the changing locks and electronics in vehicles.

Simi Valley is a commuter-heavy, truck-and-SUV-friendly town with a lot of families sharing vehicles, and a lot of drivers who park at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Rancho Simi Community Park or Corriganville Park and head out for hours. Spare keys get lost, fobs get dropped, and key batteries die at the worst time. We aim to get you moving again with the least damage to your vehicle, and we will tell you plainly whether a repair, a replacement or a different approach makes the most sense.

How it works in Simi Valley

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    Call and describe the situation

    Phone (323) 997-8867 at any hour. Tell us the make, model and approximate year of the vehicle, where it is parked, and what happened: keys locked inside, keys lost, a fob that stopped working, or a key snapped in the lock. Those details help us plan the right tools and key blanks before we head out.

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    Confirm who you are and that the vehicle is yours

    Before we open or make a key for any vehicle, we ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as registration and a matching ID. This protects you and is a standard, responsible practice for a legitimate locksmith.

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    Gain entry without damage where possible

    For a lockout we use professional entry tools designed to avoid scratching paint, bending door frames or damaging weatherstripping and wiring. Modern doors have side airbags and wiring inside, so careful technique matters more than speed.

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    Cut and program the key or fob

    If keys are lost, we can cut a new key and, for vehicles with transponder chips or remote functions, program it to the vehicle. We will explain up front if a particular model needs specialized procedures or if a dealer-only step may be involved.

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    Repair ignitions, locks and broken keys

    A key that sticks, turns hard or has snapped off may point to a worn ignition cylinder or door lock. We extract broken pieces, assess wear, and repair or replace the cylinder when that is the real fix.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We test the new key in the door, trunk and ignition, check that remote functions work, and confirm the vehicle starts. You get a clear explanation of what was done and advice on keeping a spare.

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What affects the price

  • Type of service: a simple lockout is a different job from originating a key for a vehicle with no working keys or replacing a damaged ignition cylinder.
  • Vehicle make, model and year: many newer vehicles use encrypted transponder or smart-key systems that take more equipment and programming time than an older mechanical key.
  • Key or fob type: basic metal keys, transponder keys, flip keys and proximity fobs all differ in parts cost and programming effort.
  • Location and time of day: a vehicle parked in a hard-to-reach spot, or a request in the middle of the night, can affect how the job is scheduled and quoted.
  • Condition of existing hardware: worn or damaged locks, broken key fragments or previous failed repairs can add steps to what would otherwise be a straightforward job.
  • Number of vehicles: fleet and multi-vehicle jobs may be handled differently from a single car, so tell us the count when you call.

Why Simi Valley chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7: we come to your car in Simi Valley, so you never have to arrange a tow just to get a key made.
  • In business since 1987: David Shar and the team have worked through several generations of automotive lock and key technology.
  • Wide vehicle range: cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet units are all part of our automotive work, which suits Simi Valley's mix of commuters, contractors and recreational vehicle owners.
  • Damage-conscious entry: we prioritize methods that protect paint, window seals and door electronics rather than forcing the fastest way in.
  • Straight answers: we tell you if a key is repairable, if a dealer is truly required for a specific step, or if a spare key now will save you a bigger headache later.

Automotive Locksmith across Simi Valley

Simi Valley's layout puts most drivers on a short list of roads: SR-118 (the Ronald Reagan Freeway and Los Angeles Ave), SR-23, Madera Rd, Tapo Canyon Rd, Cochran St, First St and Sycamore Dr. We regularly think about where a stranded driver might be along these corridors, whether that is a retail lot on Cochran St, the parking structure and lots around the Simi Valley Town Center, or a quiet side street off Sycamore Dr.

In the newer, gated and semi-gated neighborhoods of Wood Ranch and Big Sky, many households have multiple vehicles with modern smart keys, and garages that make it easy to leave a key fob somewhere it should not be. In older areas such as the Texas Tract and Bridle Path, you are more likely to find longer-owned trucks and older vehicles with worn ignition cylinders and keys that have been copied from copies. Up in Santa Susana Knolls, winding lanes and limited parking can mean a car sits in an awkward spot, and we plan for that when we come out.

We serve all of Simi Valley, including ZIP codes 93063, 93065, 93062, 93064 and 93094. Whether you are visiting Strathearn Historical Park & Museum, hiking Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, or finishing a long day at work, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help.

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Automotive Locksmith in Simi Valley — FAQs

Can you help if I locked my keys in my car at the Simi Valley Town Center?
Yes. We are mobile and work 24/7, so we can come to the parking lot or structure where your vehicle is. Call (323) 997-8867, tell us the make, model and exact location, and we will plan the entry method that is safest for your vehicle.
Do I need to tow my car to get a new key made?
Generally no. Because we are fully mobile, we can cut and program keys at your vehicle, including when you have lost all your keys. Certain models may have special requirements, and we will tell you up front if so.
Can you program a key fob or transponder key for my car?
For many makes and models, yes. Transponder keys, remotes and some smart keys can be programmed on site. Call (323) 997-8867 with your vehicle details and we will tell you what is possible for your specific car.
What if my key broke off in the door or ignition?
We can extract broken key fragments and then determine whether the lock or ignition cylinder is worn or damaged. Often we can cut a new key afterward, and if the cylinder is the problem we can discuss repair or replacement.
Do you work on trucks, motorcycles and RVs, or just cars?
We handle cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles. Simi Valley has plenty of work trucks and recreational vehicles, so let us know what you drive when you call (323) 997-8867.
Will opening my car damage the paint or door?
Our goal is to avoid damage. We use professional entry tools made for vehicle doors and take care around seals, window mechanisms and airbag wiring. Every vehicle is different, and we will explain any risk before we start.
Do you ask for proof that the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as registration and ID, before opening a vehicle or making a key. It protects you and is a normal part of legitimate locksmith work.
How is the price determined?
Price depends on the type of service, the vehicle, the key or fob involved, the location and time, and the condition of the existing locks. Describe your situation when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will explain what applies before work begins.
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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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