Ignition Repair in San Diego

Key stuck in the ignition, will not turn, or broke off inside? Key One Locksmith repairs and replaces ignition cylinders at your car anywhere in San Diego County.

We can also remove a broken key from the ignition or a door lock and cut a new one on the same visit.

Ignition Problems We Fix

• Key will not turn in the ignition
• Key stuck and will not come out
• Broken key inside the ignition or door lock
• Worn ignition cylinder
• New key made to match a replaced ignition

Before You Call

Try turning the steering wheel gently left and right while turning the key, since a locked steering wheel often stops the key from turning. Never force the key, because it can snap. If it still will not turn, call us.

How It Works

1. Call us and describe what the key is doing.
2. We come to your car and inspect the ignition and the key.
3. We repair or replace the cylinder, or extract a broken key.
4. We make a matching key if needed and test that the car starts.

Why Drivers Choose Key One

• Mobile service. We come to your car at home, at work or in a parking lot.
• Open 24/7. Nights, weekends and holidays.
• Trusted locally. Rated 4.9 stars from more than 1,150 Google reviews. See what customers say.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it the key or the ignition?

A worn key and a worn ignition cause the same symptoms. We check both and tell you which one needs work.

Can you remove a broken key?

Yes. We extract broken keys from ignitions and door locks and can cut a new key on the spot.

Do I need a tow?

Usually not. We do the work where the car is parked.

Areas We Serve

We cover all of San Diego County, including Santee, El Cajon, La Mesa, Chula Vista, downtown San Diego, La Jolla, Poway and every other area we serve.

Call Key One Locksmith

Call (619) 960-8463 with your car’s year, make and model and your location. Related services: car key replacement, car lockout.