Ignition Won’t Turn

Ignition Won't Turn: Mobile Locksmith Service in San Jose

When your key goes into the ignition but won't rotate to start the car, the cause is usually a worn key, a binding ignition cylinder, a steering-wheel lock catching the cylinder, or a worn tumbler set. This service diagnoses why the ignition won't turn and addresses it on-site. We are mobile, so we come to your vehicle across San Jose and the South Bay rather than asking you to come to a shop.

On-site, a locksmith inspects the key and cylinder, checks for a locked steering wheel or a worn key as the cause, and depending on the diagnosis may cut a fresh key to the correct cuts, free a stuck cylinder, or rebuild or replace the ignition lock. Many newer vehicles also use transponder or push-to-start systems, so the right fix varies by car. Because key and ignition systems differ widely, we confirm what your specific vehicle needs over the phone before we head out.

To help us prepare, please have a few things ready when you call.

• Your exact location where the vehicle is parked in San Jose or the South Bay
• The year, make, and model of the vehicle
• What key you have now (basic metal key, transponder, or push-to-start fob)
• Proof of ownership, such as registration or title and a matching photo ID

Realistic expectations matter: some ignitions are a quick fix, while worn or seized cylinders take longer or need parts ordered. Call (408) 899-5558 to confirm your exact year, make, and model before service.