Auto · Locksmith Service
Car Lockout Service
Locked out of your car or left your keys inside? Call Lock & Key Pros for 24/7 car lockout service in Tarzana and surrounding Greater Los Angeles communities. Tell us where the vehicle is located, its year, make and model, and whether the keys are locked inside, lost or unavailable. We will confirm vehicle compatibility, technician availability and the service price before authorized work begins.
Our licensed, bonded and insured locksmith team provides same-day vehicle lockout assistance while taking care to avoid unnecessary damage. If the problem involves a lost key, malfunctioning fob or unrecognized transponder rather than access alone, we will direct you to the correct automotive locksmith service. Call now for urgent help or request pricing for a non-urgent service need.
- Licensed
- Bonded
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- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Same-Day Service
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Common Lockout Situations
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Keys Locked Inside the Vehicle
It is assumed that the key and/or key fob is located inside the vehicle.
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Keys in the Trunk/Cargo Area
All vehicle doors and the trunk/cargo area doors are locked and the only key is located in the vehicle.
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Temporarily Unknown Key Location
The last known location of the key is on the driver’s person.
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Accidental Door Locking
A door is closed and locked by mistake leaving the key trapped in the vehicle.
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Electronic Access Is Unavailable
People are unable to access vehicles using electronic means.
Understanding Car Lockout Services
When regular methods to gain access to a vehicle are unavailable, lockout services allow drivers to regain access to their vehicles. There are several scenarios where lockout services are used. Some of these include: a driver or owner leaving their keys in the vehicle, a driver or owner not having their keys, or a driver or owner being locked out by another means.
Lockout services specialize in access. They are different from key replacement, key fob programming and other services that specialize in vehicle keys and/or key fobs.
What Happens if You Get Locked Out of Your Car?
- Determine if an alternate key or key fob exists.
- Check whether another normal door can be opened without forcing it.
- Do not force a door or window or use an object that could scratch the paint, shatter glass, or damage the vehicle seals, locks or electronics.
- Tell us whether the keys are locked inside, lost, damaged or otherwise unavailable.
- Tell us the vehicle year, make and model if you know them.
- Be prepared to verify ownership or legal right of possession to the vehicle.
If you think there is a vulnerable person or animal in a car in distress, dial 911 or your local emergency services number. Do not wait for a locksmith.
Transponder Keys and Key Fob Problems
A vehicle access issue may not be a physical lock. It may be an electronic issue. If you are unable to access the vehicle with your key fob, see Key Fob Programming. If your vehicle is unresponsive to a transponder key, see Transponder Keys.
Car Lockout Service
We provide lockout service only to vehicle owners and authorized users. We may ask you for identification, registration or other proof of authorization, including when those documents are locked inside the vehicle.
We perform authorized vehicle access service and do not provide instructions for bypassing vehicle security systems.
Can all Vehicles be opened by a Locksmith?
Vehicle lock and access systems vary. We will use the year, make and model to confirm whether we can service your vehicle and which authorized access method is appropriate.
Call with your vehicle details so we can confirm compatibility and current availability.
How it works
Car Lockout Service Process
We help authorized vehicle owners and drivers regain access when they are locked out.
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Call, Explain Lockout, and Provide Information
Tell us where the vehicle is located and whether the keys are locked inside, lost or otherwise unavailable.
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Vehicle Information
What year, make, model is the vehicle? What type of key/fob does the vehicle have?
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Authorized User Information
Is the user the vehicle owner? Is the user an authorized driver?
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Situation and Analysis
The service technician analyzes the vehicle and lockout situation to determine the appropriate service path.
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Action Taken and Next Step
We confirm whether you need lockout access, key retrieval, key replacement or another automotive service.
How Long Will a Car Lockout Take?
There are several factors that affect the time needed to complete a lockout service including location, the complexity of the access situation, the vehicle and the access system. We cannot provide a specific time for completion of a lockout service.
Emergency and Same Day lockout services are offered for most vehicles. Call to check availability.
Once we open your door:
- If the fob is malfunctioning, review our key fob programming service.
- If the vehicle does not recognize the transponder, review our transponder key service.
- If the key is stuck in the ignition, tell us when you call so we can confirm the correct service.
Car Lockout Service Cost
Lockout service cost varies with the year, make and model of your vehicle.
Other variables include:
- Type of locks and access system on the vehicle.
- Where are the keys? Are they lost?
- Complexity of the access situation.
- Is a Key Extraction service also required?
Provide as much detail as possible to get the most accurate estimate. Lock & Key Pros provides free estimates. Give us a call or contact us for an estimate specific to your situation.
Car Key Replacement and Car Lockout
Car lockout service restores authorized access when a working key is locked inside. Car key replacement provides a new supported key when the original is lost, damaged or unavailable.
| Situation | Car Lockout | Car Key Replacement |
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| Working key is locked inside the vehicle | Primary service path | Usually not needed |
| Only key is lost and cannot be recovered | May not solve the full problem | Primary service path |
| Need an extra or spare vehicle key | Not the right service | Primary service path |
| Vehicle is accessible but no usable key remains | Not the main problem | Primary service path |
Service Areas
We provide 24/7 and same-day car lockout service in Tarzana and nearby Greater Los Angeles communities. Choose your area below for local coverage details, or view all service areas.
Why Choose Lock & Key Pros For Car Lockout Service?
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Expert Service Routing
If access to your vehicle does not resolve a lockout, Lock & Key Pros can route your lockout to the appropriate service to resolve your lockout.
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Legitimate Owner/Driver
We provide service to the vehicle owner or another authorized driver after confirming authorization.
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Same-Day Service
Lock & Key Pros can route your lockout to the service to resolve your lockout, and can provide emergency lockout service.
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Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Lock & Key Pros meets these standards.
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Free Service Estimates
Prior to service, Lock & Key Pros will provide you with a quote for the locksmith services you need.
Car Lockout FAQs
Do your locksmiths help if keys are locked in the car?
We can do a Lockout service for supported vehicles.
What should I do if I'm locked out of my car?
First, determine if you can get in with another key or by some other means. Don't try to force the car. Then give us the year, make, model, and location, and describe what happened.
Do you unlock all makes and models?
We can try to unlock most makes and models, but some vehicles are outside our capability.
Will your lockout service harm my vehicle?
We use an access method suited to the vehicle and work to avoid unnecessary damage, but no method should be described as universally damage-free.
How much will you charge me for unlocking my car?
Pricing depends on the vehicle and the complexity of its access system. Call with the vehicle details for an estimate before you authorize service.
Do you offer emergency car lockout services?
Emergency services exist for this situation. If you need emergency services for car lockout, please verify if a service person is available in your location.
Do you give car lockout services in Tarzana?
Yes. For more information about our lockout services and for location specific information, please use the web page for lockout services and Tarzana.
I am not able to get into my car. What can I do?
Provide us with your location, along with the year, make, and model of your car. Describe what exactly happened to you and whether you have your keys locked in the car. If you have lost your keys and you want us to provide you with access to your car, please let us know.