Lost your Subaru keys? Locked them in the car? Need a spare? Auburn Lock & Car Keys provides full mobile Subaru key replacement and programming service throughout Auburn, Kent, Federal Way, Renton, Tacoma, and the rest of South King and Pierce counties. Washington state has one of the highest Subaru-per-capita ratios in the country — we know Subarus very well. We handle the full Subaru lineup including Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, Impreza, Ascent, Legacy, WRX, and BRZ.
All generations from 1995 through current. Transponder keys (2004-2014), keyless access with push-to-start (2015+ Limited and Touring).
All generations including the popular 2014-2018 SJ generation and current SK generation with keyless access on most trims.
Including the popular 2013-2017 XV Crosstrek and current 2018+ generations.
All sedan and hatchback generations with transponder and smart key variants.
Three-row SUV with keyless access standard on most trims.
All sedan generations with keyless access technology on Limited and Touring trims.
Performance models with transponder or smart key depending on year and trim.
Sports coupe with smart proximity key technology.
Electric Subaru SUV (co-developed with Toyota bZ4X) with advanced smart key.
| Key Type | Typical Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru transponder keys (2004-2014) | $135-$235 | Mechanical key with chip. Standard on older Outback, Forester, Impreza, Legacy. |
| Subaru remote head keys | $165-$285 | Transponder key integrated with lock/unlock remote in the head. |
| Subaru keyless access (smart proximity) | $245-$425 | Push-to-start fobs used on Outback Limited/Touring (2015+), Forester (2019+), Ascent, newer Crosstrek. |
| Subaru G chip / H chip keys | Quote on VIN | Newer Subaru models use updated chip technology requiring current programming equipment — we have it. |
Prices vary by exact model, year, and whether you have a working spare. Mileage adjustments apply outside Auburn — quoted upfront. Call (253) 796-8550 for an exact quote on your specific Subaru.
Step 1: Call us with your VIN. Year, make, and model help, but the VIN tells us exactly what key technology your specific Subaru uses and whether we can handle it on-site. We verify upfront so you don't waste a service call.
Step 2: Flat-rate quote. Based on your VIN and key situation, we quote a flat-rate price over the phone. The number you hear is the number you pay.
Step 3: Mobile service to your location. We come to wherever your Subaru is parked — your driveway, work parking lot, the side of the road. No towing required.
Step 4: ID verification. We verify proof of ownership (registration, title, or insurance + photo ID). This is required for everyone — it's how we protect your vehicle from theft via fake locksmith calls.
Step 5: Cut and program the key. Most Subaru keys take 20-60 minutes. All-keys-lost programming can take longer due to security timer delays built into the vehicle.
Step 6: Test and go. We confirm everything works — door locks, ignition/start, remote functions if applicable — then you drive away with a fully working key.
Yes — for the vast majority of Subaru models from 2004 to current. We carry blanks, transponders, and keyless access fobs for Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, Impreza, Ascent, Legacy, WRX, STI, BRZ, and Solterra. Some 2023+ specialty trims and the Solterra may require VIN verification — we check upfront.
Standard Subaru transponder keys: $135-$235. Remote head keys: $165-$285. Keyless access (push-to-start) keys: $245-$425. Pricing depends on your specific year/model and whether you have a working spare. All quotes flat-rate before dispatch.
Yes — for most Subaru models we can program all-keys-lost replacements on-site via the OBD-II diagnostic port. Some 2019+ Subaru models with updated immobilizer systems have programming timer delays of 10-20 minutes.
Standard Subaru transponder keys: 20-30 minutes. Subaru keyless access (smart proximity) keys: 30-60 minutes. All-keys-lost programming: 45-90 minutes due to security timer.
Yes. Subaru's keyless access (Outback Limited/Touring 2015+, Forester 2019+, Ascent, newer Crosstrek) is routine for us. We cut the emergency blade and program the proximity functions in the same visit.
Washington state has consistently been one of the top 3 states for Subaru sales per capita for decades. The combination of all-wheel drive being standard, outdoor/mountain culture, and Subaru's PNW marketing has made them a fixture. Around Auburn alone, you'll see Outbacks, Foresters, and Crosstreks on nearly every block — which is why we keep extra Subaru blanks and programming equipment ready.
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