Car Key Replacement in Houston, TX
Lost your only key, snapped it in the ignition, or need a spare fob? CJS Locksmith provides mobile car key replacement in Houston, cutting and programming new keys on-site at your home, office, parking lot, or roadside. We serve Houston and nearby areas including Spring, Cypress, Humble, Aldine, Tomball, Katy, and The Woodlands, so there is no tow and no waiting days for a dealership appointment.
Our Car Key Replacement Services in Houston
Our technicians carry key cutting machines, programming tools, and key blanks in every van, so most cutting and car key programming jobs are finished in one visit. Our services include:
- Lost car key replacement, even with no spare
- Car key duplication and spare keys
- Transponder key programming
- Key fob replacement and remote programming
- Smart key replacement for push-to-start vehicles
- Laser cut and high-security key cutting
- Ignition key replacement and ignition repair
- Broken key extraction from doors and ignitions
- Car lockouts and trunk unlocking
- Rekeying car door locks and ignitions
Car Key Types We Replace
The type of key your vehicle uses decides how it is cut and programmed. Here is what replacement involves for each one.
Basic Metal Keys
Older vehicles without a chip use a simple cut key. We cut these by code or from your existing key in a few minutes.
Transponder Key Programming
Most cars built from the late 1990s onward have a chip in the key head that communicates with the car’s immobilizer. Without programming, the key may turn in the ignition but the engine will not start. We cut the blade and program the chip to your car on-site.
Key Fob Replacement and Remote Head Keys
These keys combine the blade with lock, unlock, and trunk buttons. We replace the remote, cut the blade, and program both functions so everything works from one key.
Smart Key Replacement for Push-to-Start Cars
Smart keys let you unlock and start your car with the fob in your pocket or bag. They need dealer-level programming equipment, which our technicians bring to your location.
Laser Cut and High-Security
Keys Laser cut keys have a groove milled into the side of the blade instead of notches along the edge. They need a specialized cutting machine, which we carry in our mobile vans.
Car Key Replacement by Brand in Houston
We cut and program keys for the domestic, Asian, and European brands on Houston roads, plus older models that dealerships no longer support. Click your vehicle's brand to see the key types and models we work on.
Toyota Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Highlander, Tacoma, Tundra, and 4Runner. Depending on the model year, your Toyota uses a transponder key, a remote head key, or a push-to-start smart key. We cut and program all three on-site.
Call (281) 369-9528Honda Car Key Replacement
We make keys for the Accord, Civic, CR-V, Pilot, and Odyssey, including remote head keys, flip keys, and smart keys. Newer Hondas need the key programmed to the car's immobilizer, and we handle that at your location.
Call (281) 369-9528Nissan Car Key Replacement
We replace Intelligent Key push-to-start fobs and transponder keys for the Altima, Sentra, Rogue, Pathfinder, Frontier, and Titan. Whether you need a spare or lost your only fob, we program the new one to your car on the spot.
Call (281) 369-9528Chevrolet Car Key Replacement
We cover the Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Equinox, Malibu, and Traverse. That includes transponder keys on older models, flip remote keys, and push-to-start fobs on newer ones.
Call (281) 369-9528Ford Car Key Replacement
We cut and program keys for the F-150, F-250, Explorer, Escape, Expedition, and Mustang. That includes PATS transponder keys, remote head keys, and Intelligent Access push-button fobs.
Call (281) 369-9528Dodge Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Charger, Challenger, Durango, Journey, and Grand Caravan. That includes Fobik keys that insert into the dash and push-to-start smart fobs.
Call (281) 369-9528Ram Car Key Replacement
We make keys for the Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, and ProMaster, from remote head keys on older trucks to push-to-start fobs on newer ones. Work trucks and fleet vans get the same on-site service.
Call (281) 369-9528Jeep Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, Compass, and Gladiator. That covers transponder keys, remote head keys, Fobik keys, and smart fobs, depending on the year.
Call (281) 369-9528GMC Car Key Replacement
We cut and program keys for the Sierra, Yukon, Acadia, Terrain, and Canyon, from flip remote keys to push-to-start smart fobs.
Call (281) 369-9528Hyundai Car Key Replacement
We make flip keys and smart keys for the Elantra, Sonata, Tucson, Santa Fe, and Palisade. We cut the blade and program the remote and chip so your new key works the same as the original.
Call (281) 369-9528Kia Car Key Replacement
We replace flip keys and smart keys for the Forte, K5, Optima, Soul, Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, cut and programmed at your location.
Call (281) 369-9528Mazda Car Key Replacement
We make transponder keys, flip keys, and smart keys for the Mazda3, Mazda6, CX-30, CX-5, and CX-9.
Call (281) 369-9528Volkswagen Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Jetta, Passat, Golf, Tiguan, and Atlas. Most use flip remote keys with laser cut blades, and newer models use smart keys. We carry the equipment to cut and program both.
Call (281) 369-9528BMW Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the 3 Series, 5 Series, X1, X3, and X5, including Comfort Access smart keys. Programming depends on the model year, so call with your year and model and we will confirm before we head out.
Call (281) 369-9528Mercedes-Benz Car Key Replacement
We provide key service for the C-Class, E-Class, GLC, GLE, and Sprinter. Mercedes security systems vary by model year, so we confirm compatibility with your exact vehicle before we dispatch.
Call (281) 369-9528Lexus Car Key Replacement
We make smart keys and transponder keys for the ES, IS, RX, NX, and GX. Your new key is cut and programmed on-site, with no trip to the dealership.
Call (281) 369-9528Acura Car Key Replacement
We replace remote head keys and smart keys for the TLX, TL, MDX, RDX, and ILX.
Call (281) 369-9528Infiniti Car Key Replacement
We program Intelligent Key fobs and transponder keys for the Q50, G37, QX60, and QX80.
Call (281) 369-9528Cadillac Car Key Replacement
We replace keys and smart fobs for the Escalade, CTS, CT5, SRX, and XT5, cut and programmed wherever your car is parked.
Call (281) 369-9528Chrysler Car Key Replacement
We make Fobik keys and smart fobs for the 300, 200, Pacifica, and Town & Country.
Call (281) 369-9528Fiat Car Key Replacement
We replace flip keys and remotes for the Fiat 500, 500L, and 500X.
Call (281) 369-9528Hummer Car Key Replacement
We make transponder keys and remotes for the H2 and H3. Dealers rarely stock keys for these discontinued models, but we can cut and program a new one on-site.
Call (281) 369-9528Saturn Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Ion, Vue, Aura, Outlook, and Sky. Saturn is no longer in production, and we still support these vehicles with on-site key cutting and programming.
Call (281) 369-9528Scion Car Key Replacement
We make transponder keys and remotes for the tC, xB, xD, FR-S, iM, and iA.
Call (281) 369-9528Semi Truck Locksmith Services
We replace keys for International, Freightliner, and Hino trucks at yards, truck stops, and delivery sites across Houston. See our semi truck locksmith page for the full list of models we service.
Call (281) 369-9528Don't see your vehicle? We also cut and program keys for motorcycles and most other makes and models. Call (281) 369-9528 with your year, make, and model, and we will confirm before we head out.
Car Key Replacement by Brand in Houston
We cut and program keys for the domestic, Asian, and European brands on Houston roads, plus older models that dealerships no longer support. Click your vehicle's brand to see the key types and models we work on.
Toyota Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Highlander, Tacoma, Tundra, and 4Runner. Depending on the model year, your Toyota uses a transponder key, a remote head key, or a push-to-start smart key. We cut and program all three on-site.
Call (281) 369-9528Honda Car Key Replacement
We make keys for the Accord, Civic, CR-V, Pilot, and Odyssey, including remote head keys, flip keys, and smart keys. Newer Hondas need the key programmed to the car's immobilizer, and we handle that at your location.
Call (281) 369-9528Nissan Car Key Replacement
We replace Intelligent Key push-to-start fobs and transponder keys for the Altima, Sentra, Rogue, Pathfinder, Frontier, and Titan. Whether you need a spare or lost your only fob, we program the new one to your car on the spot.
Call (281) 369-9528Chevrolet Car Key Replacement
We cover the Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Equinox, Malibu, and Traverse. That includes transponder keys on older models, flip remote keys, and push-to-start fobs on newer ones.
Call (281) 369-9528Ford Car Key Replacement
We cut and program keys for the F-150, F-250, Explorer, Escape, Expedition, and Mustang. That includes PATS transponder keys, remote head keys, and Intelligent Access push-button fobs.
Call (281) 369-9528Dodge Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Charger, Challenger, Durango, Journey, and Grand Caravan. That includes Fobik keys that insert into the dash and push-to-start smart fobs.
Call (281) 369-9528Ram Car Key Replacement
We make keys for the Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, and ProMaster, from remote head keys on older trucks to push-to-start fobs on newer ones. Work trucks and fleet vans get the same on-site service.
Call (281) 369-9528Jeep Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, Compass, and Gladiator. That covers transponder keys, remote head keys, Fobik keys, and smart fobs, depending on the year.
Call (281) 369-9528GMC Car Key Replacement
We cut and program keys for the Sierra, Yukon, Acadia, Terrain, and Canyon, from flip remote keys to push-to-start smart fobs.
Call (281) 369-9528Hyundai Car Key Replacement
We make flip keys and smart keys for the Elantra, Sonata, Tucson, Santa Fe, and Palisade. We cut the blade and program the remote and chip so your new key works the same as the original.
Call (281) 369-9528Kia Car Key Replacement
We replace flip keys and smart keys for the Forte, K5, Optima, Soul, Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, cut and programmed at your location.
Call (281) 369-9528Mazda Car Key Replacement
We make transponder keys, flip keys, and smart keys for the Mazda3, Mazda6, CX-30, CX-5, and CX-9.
Call (281) 369-9528Volkswagen Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Jetta, Passat, Golf, Tiguan, and Atlas. Most use flip remote keys with laser cut blades, and newer models use smart keys. We carry the equipment to cut and program both.
Call (281) 369-9528BMW Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the 3 Series, 5 Series, X1, X3, and X5, including Comfort Access smart keys. Programming depends on the model year, so call with your year and model and we will confirm before we head out.
Call (281) 369-9528Mercedes-Benz Car Key Replacement
We provide key service for the C-Class, E-Class, GLC, GLE, and Sprinter. Mercedes security systems vary by model year, so we confirm compatibility with your exact vehicle before we dispatch.
Call (281) 369-9528Lexus Car Key Replacement
We make smart keys and transponder keys for the ES, IS, RX, NX, and GX. Your new key is cut and programmed on-site, with no trip to the dealership.
Call (281) 369-9528Acura Car Key Replacement
We replace remote head keys and smart keys for the TLX, TL, MDX, RDX, and ILX.
Call (281) 369-9528Infiniti Car Key Replacement
We program Intelligent Key fobs and transponder keys for the Q50, G37, QX60, and QX80.
Call (281) 369-9528Cadillac Car Key Replacement
We replace keys and smart fobs for the Escalade, CTS, CT5, SRX, and XT5, cut and programmed wherever your car is parked.
Call (281) 369-9528Chrysler Car Key Replacement
We make Fobik keys and smart fobs for the 300, 200, Pacifica, and Town & Country.
Call (281) 369-9528Fiat Car Key Replacement
We replace flip keys and remotes for the Fiat 500, 500L, and 500X.
Call (281) 369-9528Hummer Car Key Replacement
We make transponder keys and remotes for the H2 and H3. Dealers rarely stock keys for these discontinued models, but we can cut and program a new one on-site.
Call (281) 369-9528Saturn Car Key Replacement
We replace keys for the Ion, Vue, Aura, Outlook, and Sky. Saturn is no longer in production, and we still support these vehicles with on-site key cutting and programming.
Call (281) 369-9528Scion Car Key Replacement
We make transponder keys and remotes for the tC, xB, xD, FR-S, iM, and iA.
Call (281) 369-9528Semi Truck Locksmith Services
We replace keys for International, Freightliner, and Hino trucks at yards, truck stops, and delivery sites across Houston. See our semi truck locksmith page for the full list of models we service.
Call (281) 369-9528Don't see your vehicle? We also cut and program keys for motorcycles and most other makes and models. Call (281) 369-9528 with your year, make, and model, and we will confirm before we head out.
How Our Mobile Car Key Service Works
Here is what to expect from the moment you call us.
Call & Get a Quote
Call us with your year, make, model, and location. We confirm your key type and give you a quote before we dispatch.
Verify Ownership
Our technician arrives and verifies ownership with your ID and your registration or title.
Cut Your New Key
We cut the new key by VIN, by key code, or by decoding the lock if needed.
Program & Test
We complete the car key programming for your new key or fob, then test the doors, ignition, and remote before we leave.
Why Houston Drivers Choose CJS Locksmith
CJS Locksmith is a locally owned, licensed, and insured locksmith based in North Houston. We come to you, give you the price upfront, and make car key replacement in Houston simpler than a dealership visit, with no towing and, in most cases, no waiting for parts to be ordered. Hablamos español. For lockouts, ignition repair, and other vehicle work, see our full range of auto locksmith services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to tow my car to a dealership?
No. Our mobile technicians cut and program your new key wherever your car is parked.
How long does it take to replace a car key?
Most jobs take under an hour once we arrive. Smart keys and some European models can take longer.
Is a locksmith cheaper than the dealership?
In most cases, yes, because there is no tow, no service department markup, and no wait for an appointment. See our breakdown of dealership vs locksmith prices for details by key type.
Do you serve areas outside Houston?
Yes. We cover Spring, The Woodlands, Cypress, Tomball, Humble, Katy, Conroe, and the surrounding areas.
Get Car Key Replacement in Houston Today
Whether you lost your only key or need a spare fob, CJS Locksmith comes to you with everything needed to cut and program a new key on the spot. Call (832) 679-2919 for fast car key replacement in Houston and the surrounding areas.