Fast Keys (The Keyless Shop)
Fast Keys (The Keyless Shop) is a family owned automotive locksmith in San Diego, operating from a kiosk in the parking lot on Clairemont Mesa Blvd. The shop specializes in car keys, smart fobs, remotes, and reprogramming, with 20+ years of experience behind the counter. Services include new key fob creation, digital key and remote reprogramming, push to start smart keys, replacement car remotes, ignition and lock rekeying, and non damaging vehicle unlocking. Most keys are made in under 30 minutes, and quotes are given up front by phone with no surprise fees.
Services

Digital key and remote reprogramming
Reprogram existing keys and remotes after battery swaps, key loss, or for adding a spare. Most major makes supported.

New key fob creation
Brand new key fobs cut, coded, and programmed to your vehicle, driving away the same day.

Car remotes
Replacement remotes for keyless entry systems, in stock for hundreds of vehicle models.

Smart keys
Push to start proximity smart keys for modern luxury and everyday vehicles.

Rekey service
Lost all keys? We can rekey your ignition or door locks so old keys no longer work.
Why choose us?
Location & hours
8052 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111
FAQs
How long does it take to make a car key?
Most keys are cut and programmed in under 30 minutes. Call with your year, make, and model and the shop will usually tell you right away what you need and how fast it can be done.
Where are you located?
Fast Keys (The Keyless Shop) operates from a kiosk in the parking lot at 8052 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111. Pull up and the team will take care of you.
What are your hours?
The shop is open Monday through Saturday from 8 AM to 6 PM and closed on Sunday.
Can you make a key if I lost all of mine?
Yes. Fast Keys can create a brand new key fob cut, coded, and programmed to your vehicle, and can rekey your ignition or door locks so old keys no longer work.
Do you work on smart keys and luxury vehicles?
Yes. Push to start proximity smart keys and luxury fobs are a specialty, with keys cut, coded, and programmed for makes including Mercedes, BMW, Toyota, and Ford.
How much does it cost compared with the dealership?
Quotes are given up front over the phone with no surprise fees, and skipping the dealership can save up to 60 percent.
Can you help if I am locked out of my car?
Yes. The shop offers safe, non damaging vehicle unlocking services, along with replacement remotes for keyless entry systems.