Lost your only car key, damaged your fob, or need a spare? Guardian Locksmith provides mobile car key replacement in Dallas–Fort Worth. Call (945) 369-2999 with the vehicle year, make, model, and location so we can check the key system, availability, and pricing.

Replacement keys and fobs

Traditional keys: A replacement mechanical key must match the vehicle's lock and ignition.
Transponder keys: These combine a cut key blade with an electronic chip that may need programming to the vehicle.
Remote-head and flip keys: The key blade, immobilizer chip, and remote buttons may require separate checks.
Smart keys and proximity fobs: Compatibility depends on the vehicle system, part number, model year, and configuration.
Spare keys: Making a spare while a working key is available can be a different job from replacing every missing key. Tell us which situation applies.

Can you help when all keys are lost?

We handle all-keys-lost jobs on supported vehicles. Coverage is vehicle-specific, so we confirm the details before promising service. If the car is locked, mention that too: entry, key cutting, and programming may all be part of the work.

What to have ready

The vehicle year, make, model, and trim if known.
Your city and exact vehicle location, including garage access or clearance restrictions.
Whether you have a working key, a damaged key, or no keys.
Identification and evidence that you own or are authorized to access the vehicle.
Any symptoms such as intermittent starting, a damaged ignition, or a key-not-detected message.

How the replacement process works

We check your vehicle details and explain what can be confirmed by phone.
We confirm dispatch availability and an estimated arrival time for your location.
The technician checks authorization, the key system, and the agreed work.
Where supported, the replacement blade is cut and the key or fob is programmed.
We test the functions included in the job, such as starting, locking, unlocking, and remote buttons.

How much will a replacement car key cost?

There is no single price that accurately covers every vehicle. Key type, parts availability, whether all keys are lost, programming requirements, travel, and time of service affect the total. Ask whether the quote includes the key or fob, cutting, programming, service call, and applicable charges. Read our DFW car key replacement cost guide for a practical quote checklist.

European vehicle keys

BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Porsche, and other European vehicles can require specialized equipment and procedures. Coverage varies by vehicle and model year. See European car key programming and call with the exact vehicle details before purchasing a fob yourself.

Mobile service, without a shop visit

Guardian is a mobile-only locksmith based in Forney, serving Dallas and surrounding DFW cities. Many supported jobs can be completed at the vehicle, but we confirm access, equipment, and vehicle requirements before dispatch. If the keys are inside the car and you only need the door opened, see emergency lockout service.

Call (945) 369-2999 for 24/7 availability. Texas DPS license B29746601 is renewed through July 31, 2027.