Open 24/7 · Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County

(323) 997-8867
Crenshaw Lock

Automotive Locksmith in Ventura · 24/7 mobile

Automotive Locksmith in Ventura, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Ventura, California. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, lost keys, fobs and ignition problems. There is no shop to visit. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, any day.

  • Mobile to your Ventura location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
Call (323) 997-8867or tap to call — we answer 24/7
Car door handle and keyhole at dusk
Open now(323) 997-8867

Car trouble in Ventura rarely happens at a convenient moment. Keys get locked inside at the beach lot near the Ventura Pier, a fob dies in a parking structure off Main Street, or a spare disappears somewhere between the Harbor and the fairgrounds. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so the work happens wherever the vehicle is sitting, whether that is a driveway in Midtown, a curb in Downtown Ventura, or a marina lot.

We have served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on one idea: show up prepared, explain what is happening with the vehicle, and fix it without damaging it. Automotive locksmithing has changed a great deal over those decades, from simple mechanical keys to transponder chips, smart keys and push-button start systems, and we work across that whole range.

This page explains how automotive service works for Ventura drivers, what affects the cost, and what to expect when you call. We do not quote prices without knowing your vehicle, because the make, model, year and situation genuinely change the job. What we can promise is a straightforward conversation, careful work, and availability around the clock.

How it works in Ventura

  1. 1

    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where the vehicle is, its make, model and year, and what happened: locked out, key lost, key broken, or a fob that stopped working. Those details tell us what tools and key blanks to bring.

  2. 2

    Confirm it is your vehicle

    Before we open or make a key for any vehicle, we ask for reasonable proof that you own it or are authorized to access it, such as ID and registration or insurance paperwork. This protects you and every other driver.

  3. 3

    Non-damaging entry or diagnosis

    For lockouts we use professional entry methods designed to avoid scratching paint, bending door frames or harming weatherstripping. For key and ignition problems, we first check whether the issue is the key, the lock cylinder, or the vehicle's electronics.

  4. 4

    Cut, program or repair on site

    We cut keys from the vehicle's code or the lock itself, program transponder keys and remotes to the vehicle, and repair or replace worn ignition cylinders. All of it happens at your location, whether that is a driveway, street or parking lot.

  5. 5

    Test everything before we leave

    We test the new key in the door, trunk and ignition, check remote functions, and confirm that the vehicle starts and runs normally. If you want a spare, it is easiest to make it while we are already there.

Need automotive locksmith in Ventura?

24/7 Mobile Locksmith across Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County. We answer 24/7.

Call (323) 997-8867

What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model and year, since European and newer push-button start vehicles generally require more specialized equipment than older mechanical-key vehicles.
  • Type of key involved: basic metal key, transponder key, remote head key, or smart proximity fob each involve different parts and programming steps.
  • Whether you have a working key to copy or all keys are lost, because an all-keys-lost situation usually takes more work.
  • Condition of the lock or ignition, including wear, damage from a previous break-in attempt, or a broken key stuck in the cylinder.
  • Location and time of the call, including difficult access such as a marina lot or hillside street, and after-hours or holiday service.
  • Number of keys or remotes needed, since cutting and programming spares at the same visit changes the scope of work.

Why Ventura chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a late-night lockout at the harbor gets the same attention as a weekday call.
  • In business since 1987, which means decades of hands-on experience across many generations of vehicle security systems.
  • Owner-led: David Shar is directly involved in the work, rather than leaving customers with a call center and no accountability.
  • We work on cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call covers a family sedan, a work van or a camper.
  • We explain the options and what affects cost before work begins, and we do not quote numbers we cannot back up.
  • Careful, non-damaging methods are the priority, especially on newer vehicles where a rushed lockout can cause expensive damage.

Automotive Locksmith across Ventura

Ventura is a car-dependent coastal city, and the locksmith calls here reflect that. US-101 and SR-33 carry commuters and weekend visitors in and out of town, and Victoria Ave, Telephone Rd and Thompson Blvd are lined with shopping and errand stops where keys get locked in cars every day. Visitors parking near the Ventura Pier, Mission San Buenaventura and the Downtown Main Street historic district often have unfamiliar rental cars, which can mean confusing key fobs and the occasional lockout.

We serve Downtown Ventura, Pierpont, Midtown, Ventura Keys and Hobson Heights, along with the surrounding ZIP codes of 93001, 93003 and 93004. Salt air near the coast matters for vehicles too. Cars parked near Pierpont, the Ventura Keys canals and the Harbor can develop sticky door locks and corroded ignition cylinders over time. If a key turns stiffly or a lock has started to bind, getting it serviced before it fails completely is usually easier than dealing with a stuck key later.

Fairgrounds events at Seaside Park, harbor boating trips and busy summer weekends all bring extra vehicles and extra lost keys. Because we are mobile only, with no storefront, we come to the vehicle wherever it is. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through the situation and get to work.

Locked out or need a locksmith now?

24/7 Mobile Locksmith across Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County. We answer 24/7.

Call (323) 997-8867

Other Ventura locksmith services

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

Automotive Locksmith in Ventura — FAQs

Do you offer automotive locksmith service in Ventura at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and we will talk through your situation and head to your location.
Can you make a new car key if I lost all my keys?
In most cases yes. We can cut and program a replacement on site, even when no working key is available. The make, model and year affect the process, so have those ready when you call (323) 997-8867.
Will opening my car damage the door or paint?
Our methods are chosen to avoid damage. We use professional entry tools made for this purpose rather than force, and we take extra care around weatherstripping, window seals and paint.
Do I have to bring my car to a shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is mobile only and has no storefront to visit. We come to you, whether you are in Downtown Ventura, Midtown, Pierpont or a harbor parking lot.
Can you program a key fob or remote for my vehicle?
Often yes. We program transponder keys, remote head keys and many smart fobs. Some vehicles have specific requirements, so call us with your vehicle details and we will tell you what is possible.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and work trucks?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so you can call for a personal vehicle or a business with several vehicles.
What causes a key to get stuck or break in the ignition?
Common causes are worn keys, worn ignition cylinders, debris, and in coastal areas like Ventura, salt air corrosion. Do not force a stuck key. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can extract it and assess the cylinder.
How do you determine the cost of an automotive locksmith job?
Price depends on the vehicle, key type, whether any working key exists, the condition of the lock and your location and time of day. We discuss these factors with you before beginning work.
DS

Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

Call (323) 997-8867 · Open 24/7