Mobile Locksmith · Phoenix & the Valley
Car Key Replacement in Phoenix, AZ
Car key replacement at your car, anywhere in the Valley
Desert Locksmith is a mobile locksmith. Our van carries the key blanks, key machines and programming equipment, so we cut and program your new key right where your car is parked — in your driveway, at work, or in a parking lot. No tow truck, no waiting days for a dealer appointment. Most car key jobs are finished in under an hour on site, depending on the model.
What car key replacement costs
Honest ranges, so you know what to expect before you call. Most jobs fall inside these ranges; the exact price depends on your car’s make, model and year, and we give it to you on the phone before we drive out. That is the price you pay.
| Service | Most jobs |
|---|---|
| Spare key — chip key, you still have a working key | $95–$285 |
| All keys lost — chip key | $150–$295 |
| Push-to-start smart key or key fob | $165–$395 |
| Car lockout (keys locked inside) | $75–$150 |
We accept cash and cards (card payments carry a 4% fee). Keys and remotes we supply come with a 3-month warranty, and every key is tested on your car before we leave.
Spare key or all keys lost — what’s the difference?
Spare key: if you still have one working key, we copy and program a second one. It’s quicker and costs less, which is why the best time to get a spare is before you lose your only key.
All keys lost: if you have no working key, we make one from scratch. We cut the key to your car’s lock and program it to the car’s immobilizer. On many models we can also erase the lost keys from the car, so whoever finds them can’t start it.
Push-to-start smart keys and key fobs
Newer cars use a proximity smart key: the car senses the fob in your pocket and starts with the push of a button. We supply and program smart keys and remote fobs for most push-to-start cars, in two options — the original factory key (OEM), or a quality aftermarket key that costs less. We’ll tell you both prices on the phone.
Why key fobs fail in Phoenix
Heat is hard on key fobs. Most fobs run on a small coin battery rated to work up to about 140°F. According to the National Weather Service, a closed car can pass 140°F within minutes on a hot day, and a dark dashboard can reach 180–200°F. A spare fob that lives in the glovebox all summer is sitting well past its battery’s limit.
The signs: shorter range, buttons that work only sometimes, a “key not detected” message on a push-to-start car, or a cracked case. A few habits help:
- Don’t keep your spare fob in the car — keep it at home.
- Replace the fob battery about once a year.
- Know where the hidden metal key inside your fob is; it opens the driver’s door if the battery dies.
If a new battery doesn’t fix it, the fob itself may be damaged. We can replace the case, or supply and program a new fob.
Makes we work on
American: Ford, Lincoln, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Chrysler. Japanese: Toyota, Lexus, Scion, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Infiniti, Mazda, Subaru and Mitsubishi. Korean: Hyundai, Kia and Genesis. We do not work on Tesla.
Prices, key types and what to expect for the most common makes: Toyota keys, Ford keys, Chevy & GMC keys, Nissan keys, Hyundai & Kia keys and Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler & Ram keys. Key turns but won’t start, or sticks in the lock? See Honda ignition repair.
What to have ready
For your protection, we make car keys only for the owner. Please have your photo ID and proof of ownership — the registration or title. Desert Locksmith is a NASTF-registered Vehicle Security Professional, which lets us get security codes for protected vehicles directly; for those models, the name on your ID and registration must match.
Why not just go to the dealer?
If you have lost every key, most dealers need the car brought to them — which often means a tow — and a key may take days to order. We come to you, usually the same day, and the key is cut and programmed at your car. You also talk to the locksmith who does the work, and you get the price before we drive out.
Car key replacement FAQ
How much does car key replacement cost in Phoenix?
Most spare chip keys are $95–$285, all-keys-lost chip keys $150–$295, and push-to-start smart keys $165–$395. The exact price depends on your car; we give it to you on the phone before we drive out.
How long does it take?
It depends on the model, but most car key jobs are done in under an hour at your car.
Can you make a key if I lost all my keys?
Yes. We make a new key from scratch at your car, and on many models we can erase the lost keys from the car.
Do I need to tow my car to you?
No. We are fully mobile and do the work where your car is parked.
What do I need to have with me?
Your photo ID and proof of ownership, such as the registration or title. For some models the name on both must match.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. Keys and remotes we supply come with a 3-month warranty, and every key is tested on your car before we leave.
What are your hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm. If you’re stuck after hours, call anyway — if we’re free, we’ll come.
Need a car key? Call (602) 301-5243 — you’ll talk to the locksmith and get the price before we drive out.
When you need a real locksmith in Phoenix, AZ or the surrounding cities you can count on Desert Locksmith every time.
We’ll come to you when you need us!
Our locksmith service is available in the following areas:
Phoenix | Tempe | Paradise Valley | Scottsdale | Glendale | Mesa | Chandler | Peoria