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Car Key Replacement in Phoenix, AZ – Lost Keys? We Make New Ones Today

Lost Your Car Keys? We'll Make New Ones On-Site

Lost all your keys? Need a spare made? Key fob stopped working? Our mobile vans come to you anywhere in Phoenix with key-cutting machines and programming equipment. Most jobs done in 30-45 minutes.

Same-day service | Mobile to your location | Work on all makes and models

We provide mobile car key replacement throughout Phoenix, Arizona and surrounding areas. Whether you’ve lost all your keys, need a spare, or your key fob stopped working, our mobile technicians come to your location with professional key-cutting and programming equipment.

When You Need Car Key Replacement

Lost car keys in Phoenix and need immediate replacement service

Lost All Your Keys (No Spare)

This is the most common reason people call us.

Your car is sitting there, locked, and you have zero keys. We use your VIN (vehicle identification number) to cut a brand new key from scratch, then program it to start your car.

What you need:

  • Vehicle registration or title (proves you own it)
  • Photo ID
  • Access to your VIN (on dashboard or driver's door)

Time: 30-45 minutes from arrival to working key

Cost: $150-$400 depending on your vehicle type (more details below)

Cutting a new car key using mobile key cutting equipment in Phoenix

Need a Spare Key Made

Smart to have a backup before you need it.

Bring your working key and we'll cut and program a duplicate. Much cheaper than emergency replacement when you've lost all keys.

Spare key pricing:

  • Standard key: $75-$150
  • Chip key: $100-$200
  • Key fob: $125-$250

Takes 20-30 minutes. We come to your home, office, or wherever your car is parked.

Programming a car key fob for a vehicle in Phoenix Arizona

Key Fob Died or Damaged

Buttons don't work? Fob got wet or crushed?

We replace the entire key fob with a new one and program it to your car. Locks, unlocks, trunk release, panic button — everything works like the original.

Common fob problems:

  • Buttons stopped responding
  • Fob cracked or broken
  • Water damage
  • Lost/stolen fob

Cost: $150-$300 for most vehicles

Mobile car key replacement service in Phoenix making a new key on site

Key Broken or Worn Out

Metal part bent, plastic shell cracked, or key just worn down?

We'll make a fresh key that works properly. If your old key barely turns anymore, a new key with sharp cuts makes a huge difference.

Note: If the key broke OFF in your lock or ignition, that's a different service (broken key extraction). Call and we'll send the right tools.

Car Key Types We Replace

Standard Metal Keys (Older Vehicles)

Most cars before 1995:

Just a metal key, no chip or electronics. We cut it from your VIN or existing key. Fastest and cheapest option.

Cost: $75-$150

Time: 15-20 minutes

Transponder Chip Keys (1995-2015)

Most common type we replace.

Looks like a regular key but has a chip in the plastic head. We cut the metal part AND program the chip so your car's immobilizer accepts it.

Works on: Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevy, Nissan, Dodge, and most brands from mid-90s to mid-2010s

Cost: $150-$250

Time: 25-35 minutes

Key Fobs with Blade (Combo Keys)

Remote buttons with a flip-out or removable key blade.

Common on Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, and others. We replace the entire fob unit and program both the remote functions and the blade.

Cost: $175-$300

Time: 30-40 minutes

Smart Keys / Push-to-Start (2010+)

Proximity keys that let you unlock and start without taking the key out.

Most expensive to replace because of the technology inside. We program these to work with your car's push-button start system.

Common on: Toyota, Lexus, Ford, Chevy, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and luxury brands

Cost: $200-$400

Time: 35-45 minutes

Luxury / High-Security Keys

BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, Land Rover:

Some luxury brands require dealer-specific equipment. We handle most models, but certain newer Mercedes and BMW keys need the dealer.

We'll tell you on the phone whether we can program your specific key or if you need to go to the dealer.

Different types of car keys including standard transponder and smart keys

How Car Key Replacement Works

Never used a mobile locksmith for car keys? Here's the process:

1. You Call or Text

Tell us what happened (lost keys, need spare, fob broke). Give us your vehicle make, model, year, and location.

We'll confirm we can make your key type and give you a price estimate and ETA.

2. Verify Ownership

When our tech arrives, they'll check:

  • Your photo ID
  • Vehicle registration or title
  • VIN matches the documents

This protects you from someone making keys to your car without permission.

3. Cut the Key

Using your VIN or existing key, we cut a new key on our mobile key-cutting machine. Takes 5-10 minutes.

4. Program the Key

For chip keys, fobs, and smart keys, we connect programming equipment to your car's diagnostic port and sync the new key. Takes 10-20 minutes.

5. Test Everything

We test the new key:

  • Opens the doors
  • Starts the engine
  • Remote buttons work (if applicable)
  • Everything functions correctly

6. You're Done

Pay with cash or card. We give you a receipt. Drive away with your new working key.

Total time: 30-45 minutes for most vehicles

Pricing: What Car Key Replacement Costs

Honest pricing based on key type:

Key Type Our Price Dealership Price You Save
Standard metal key $75–$150 $150–$250 30–50%
Transponder chip key $150–$250 $250–$450 40%
Key fob (combo) $175–$300 $300–$600 50%
Smart key (push-start) $200–$400 $400–$800 50%

Why are smart keys expensive?

The technology inside (proximity sensors, encrypted chips, remote functions) costs more. But we're still 30-50% cheaper than dealer prices.

Lost ALL your keys?

Costs more than making a spare because we start from scratch using your VIN. Add $50-$100 to the ranges above.

Weekend/night emergency?

Same pricing — no after-hours surcharges for key replacement.

Why Not Just Go to the Dealer?

Dealership Process:

  1. Tow your car to dealer ($100-$200)
  2. Wait 3-5 days for key to be ordered
  3. Come back to dealer to pick it up
  4. Pay $300-$800 for the key
  5. Total time: Almost a week

Our Mobile Service:

  1. We come to your car (no towing)
  2. Make key on-site today
  3. You drive away in 30-45 minutes
  4. Pay $150-$400 for the key
  5. Total time: Under an hour

We bring the dealership equipment to you — same programming tools, just mobile and faster.

What You Need to Get a Replacement Key

To Prove You Own the Vehicle:

You MUST have one of these:

  • Vehicle registration (most common)
  • Title (if you have it)
  • Lease agreement (if leasing)

Plus:

  • Photo ID (license, state ID, passport)
  • VIN (usually visible on dashboard or driver's door jamb)

Can't find your registration?

  • Check glove box
  • Check insurance card (often has VIN)
  • VIN is printed on dashboard (visible through windshield)
  • DMV can provide duplicate registration

We can't make keys without proof of ownership. This protects you from theft.

Vehicles We Make Keys For

We cut and program keys for virtually every vehicle on Phoenix roads:

Domestic brands: Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, RAM, Jeep, GMC, Cadillac, Chrysler, Buick, Lincoln

Japanese/Korean: Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, Mitsubishi

European: Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Mini, Fiat

Luxury/Special: Most models — some newer BMW, Mercedes, Porsche may require dealer equipment (we'll tell you when you call)

Trucks/Vans: Commercial vehicles, work trucks, fleet vehicles — we handle these too

Not sure about your vehicle? Call with your year, make, and model. We'll confirm on the phone.

Service Areas: Mobile Key Replacement Throughout Phoenix

We bring key-cutting and programming equipment to your location anywhere in the Phoenix metro.

Response times by area:

Area Typical Arrival Time
Central Phoenix 15–25 minutes
Scottsdale 20–30 minutes
Tempe 15–25 minutes
Mesa 25–35 minutes
Chandler 30–35 minutes
Gilbert 30–40 minutes
Glendale 20–30 minutes
Peoria 30–35 minutes
Surprise 35–40 minutes
Avondale / Goodyear 35–45 minutes

We come to you wherever your car is:

  • Your home or apartment
  • Shopping center
  • Street parking
  • Apartment complex garage
  • Anywhere in the Phoenix metro

Car not drivable? That's fine — we make the key right where the car sits.

Emergency Key Replacement (24/7)

Lost your keys at midnight? Fob stopped working on Sunday?

Our dispatch runs around the clock. Emergency key replacement available nights, weekends, and holidays.

Same pricing 24/7 — no after-hours gouging.

When you call for emergency key replacement:

  • Tell us your location and vehicle info
  • We'll confirm we can make your key type
  • Get you an ETA (usually 20-40 minutes)
  • Tech arrives with all equipment needed
  • Make your key on-site

Stranded somewhere you don't feel safe? Tell our dispatcher. We'll prioritize your call.

📞 (602) 744-7531 — 24/7 Emergency Key Replacement

Emergency car key replacement service available 24/7 in Phoenix

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make a car key?

Typical timeline:

  • Arrival: 20-35 minutes (depends on your location)
  • Cutting the key: 5-10 minutes
  • Programming: 10-20 minutes
  • Testing: 5 minutes

Total: 30-45 minutes from when we arrive to when you have a working key

Do you charge more at night or on weekends?

No. Same pricing 24/7. We don't add surcharges for after-hours, weekends, or holidays for key replacement service.

What if my key fob just needs a new battery?

If it's just a dead battery, we can replace that too (usually $10-20). But if the fob is physically broken or non-responsive even with new battery, you need a new fob ($150-300).

We'll test it when we arrive and tell you which service you need.

Can you program a key fob I bought online?

Sometimes. If you bought a blank fob online, we can often program it for $75-150 (cheaper than buying through us).

Important: The fob must be compatible with your exact vehicle. Many online fobs don't work or need special programming we can't do. Call first before buying online.

How do I know you won't make extra keys to my car?

Security measures:

  • Every key we make is logged with VIN and customer ID
  • We verify ownership every time (registration + photo ID)
  • Only make keys when vehicle owner is present
  • Background-checked technicians

We take vehicle security seriously. You're trusting us with access to your car.

Why People Choose Our Key Replacement Service

We Come to You

No towing your car. No driving to a shop. We bring professional key-cutting machines and programming computers to wherever your car is parked.

Same-Day Service

Lost your keys this morning? You'll have new ones this afternoon. No waiting 3-5 days for a dealer to order keys.

Honest Pricing

We tell you the price before starting work. No surprise charges. Pricing based on your vehicle and key type — we explain the cost on the phone.

Work on All Vehicles

Our vans carry equipment for domestic, import, and most luxury brands. One call handles Honda, Ford, BMW, Toyota — whatever you drive.

Available 24/7

Keys don't care what time they get lost. Neither do we. Call anytime for emergency key replacement.

Less Than Dealer Cost

Save 30-50% compared to dealership pricing. Same equipment, same quality keys, just mobile and faster.

Ready for Your Replacement Key?

Lost your car keys or need a spare made? Our mobile service brings key-cutting and programming equipment to your location anywhere in Phoenix. Most jobs completed in 30-45 minutes.

Call Now: (602) 744-7531

24/7 service available | Mobile throughout Phoenix metro | All makes and models