Phoenix Metro Car Key Service
Car Key Replacement in Phoenix, AZ
Lost your keys, broke a fob, or need a spare? We make car keys, fobs, and remotes at our shops or at your car.
Car Key Replacement and Spare Keys, Made in Phoenix
ACME Locksmith handles car key replacement and auto key copies across the Phoenix metro. We make traditional keys, transponder chip keys, laser-cut high-security keys, and smart-key fobs, in our shops or at your vehicle. Lost every key? We pull your code by VIN and make a working key from scratch. If a new key needs to be paired to your car, our car key programming service handles that step. We serve Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, and Gilbert, with mobile service across the Valley.
How We Get You a New Car Key
There is more than one way to replace a car key. Pick the path that matches your situation.
You have a working key
Stop by any of our shops for a fast auto key copy. Copying a working key is the cheapest, quickest way to get a backup before you lose one.
You lost all your keys
Call us. We come to you, get the car open if needed, and will cut and program a brand new key for your car on the spot.
You bought a key already
Bring it in. If it is compatible with your vehicle, we cut and program it for you.
Car key replacement in Phoenix runs $10 to $350 depending on the key. ACME can make most keys at your location. When your car has a working key or FOB, brining the car to our shop is the most affordable option.
Auto Key Copies in the Valley
If you still have a working key, an auto key copy is the fast, low-cost move. Bring your key to any of our Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, or Gilbert shops and we cut and program a car key copy while you wait. For chip keys and fobs, a copy still beats a full replacement because the original proves your car already knows the code.
We make traditional keys, transponder keys, laser-cut keys, smart keys and fobs, broken shell replacements, and spares. Need more than a key? See our automotive locksmith services and car lockout help.
What Does It Cost to Replace a Car Key?
Price depends on the key type and the vehicle. Here is a starting-from guide, and you always get the price before any work starts.
Basic Car Key Duplicate
$10 to $25
Cut on the spot, no chip.
Transponder Chip Key
$64 to $199
Cut and programmed to your car.
High-Security Laser-Cut
$69 to $199
Cut and programmed.
Key Fob or Smart Key
$49 to $350+
Part plus programming.
Want the full breakdown? Read our replacement car key cost guide.
Where to Get Car Keys Made, and What It Really Costs
If you have lost a car key or fob, the best place to get one made depends on whether you still have a working key, whether the car needs the key programmed, and whether you have lost every key. Here is the honest comparison.
Dealership. Works for any key, but it is the slowest and most expensive route, and you usually have to tow the car in. Best saved for the rare vehicles nobody else can do.
Big-box and hardware stores. Fine for a plain metal key with no chip. They generally cannot cut or program modern chipped keys, and have no fix if programming goes wrong.
Locksmith. For any key that needs programming, a locksmith is both the better service and the lower-cost option. We cut code keys, program transponders and fobs, and can make a key by VIN when every key is gone.
Online plus a locksmith. Know your vehicle? Order the key, fob, or remote from our store, we ship it to you, then bring it in and we cut and program it. Often the cheapest path of all.
Mobile Car Key Service
If your car will not move, or you lost every key, we come to you. Our mobile locksmiths get the car open if needed, cut a new key, program it to your vehicle, and get you back on the road, anywhere across the Phoenix metro.
We routinely make keys for Acura, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, and more, including many early-model German vehicles built before 2000 that most locksmiths will not touch.
What Phoenix Drivers Say
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Awesome service from Carter at Acme Locksmith! He was very knowledgeable and professional. Had my car key cut and programmed in about 10 minutes. Works like the original. Very happy with this business
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I stopped in to get a key fob programmed. Carter was able to program the fob in about 5 minutes. It works great and the cost was $150 less than another locksmith I called. I would recommend Acme Locksmiths.
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I learned about acme locksmith from Christian Brothers automotive! My key fob was old and despite battery changes just really wasn't working as optimally as it should. I called several places, including the dealership and auto nation. … More They were quoting $500 and more to replace the fob. I reached out to Acme, and they explained a very simple process: go online, use the serial number inside of my key fob to match to a model on their website, order the product, wait for it to arrive, and come in with more than an hour prior to closing time if you'd like to have the key cut. I read a little too much into it, trying to match a number I didn't need to worry about, so Carter graciously handled three phone calls of mine with questions to the business before even programming or cutting my key. I talked to several different people that either own or help operate this business and everyone was super kind to me. They didn't treat me like a lady who didn't know what she was doing! When I came to get my key cut, I had my three kids with me and they thought the shop was amazing, although I don't recommend it for kids if you're a parent! There's so much to look at & touch. That's OK, because Carter was very gracious to answer their silly questions like, why do you cut keys!? Just for price comparison, we did end up having to spend $1100 on replacement key fob for our 2016 Mercedes GLC 300. And certainly no fault of acme locksmith, that was a dealership price. Cars that old need to go through the dealership especially the Germans! Thank you everyone for a really great experience. Hopefully I don't need to replace my key fob anytime soon, but you can bet I'll be sending my friends!
Car Key Replacement FAQ
How much does car key replacement cost in Phoenix?
A basic car key starts around $10 to $25. Transponder chip keys run $64 to $199, and smart keys or fobs run $49 to $350. High-security laser-cut keys vary by vehicle, $69 to $199. We give you the price before any work starts.
Can you replace my car key if I lost all of them?
Yes, a lost car key is no problem. We come to your car, get it open if needed, and cut and program a new key from scratch. For many vehicles we can pull your key code by VIN, so you do not need an original key.
Where can I get an auto key copy in Phoenix?
Bring your working key to any ACME shop in Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, or Gilbert. We cut and program a car key copy on the spot, including chip keys and most fobs. A copy is faster and cheaper than a full replacement.
Can I buy a car key or fob online?
Yes. Order your key, fob, or remote from our online store, then bring it to any ACME shop and we cut and program it to your vehicle.
Can I get a car key made by VIN?
Yes. If you have lost every key, we can order a key by VIN and make a working key for your car.
Do you offer mobile car key replacement?
Yes. If your car cannot be driven or you have lost all keys, our mobile locksmiths come to you, cut a new key, and program it on site across the Phoenix metro.
Need a Car Key Replaced in Phoenix?
Call now, or order your key online and we handle the rest.
