What to Do When Both Car Keys Are Locked Inside the Car?

[VonAndres]

Find the contact number of a locksmith company, explain the situation, and seek assistance to unlock the car. You can contact a professional locksmith company to help open the car door. You will need to provide identification documents such as your ID card, vehicle registration, and driver's license. If both the primary key and the spare key are lost, contact the 4S store as soon as possible to resolve the issue. The locksmith will unlock the car while also reprogramming new keys. This process takes a considerable amount of time and requires driving the car to the 4S store. Therefore, communicate with the 4S store in advance to schedule an appointment and avoid disrupting your travel plans.

[LaJeffrey]

I've encountered this situation several times, especially when in a hurry. Locking both keys inside the car can be extremely frustrating. First, stay calm and try to find alternative entry points. For example, if the trunk isn't securely locked, you might open it, or check if there's a slight gap in the window. If that doesn't work, use a thin wire or a coat hanger to gently pull the door lock button through the window gap, but be very careful not to scratch the paint or damage the seals. If all else fails, seek help immediately: call the roadside assistance number of your car brand, services like AAA can quickly send someone to unlock your car, or contact a professional locksmith, which usually costs around $100. Additionally, many new cars now support remote unlocking via an app. Try downloading your car brand's app on your phone—Tesla owners often have this feature. Afterwards, develop the habit of keeping a spare key in a safe place at home or with a friend to avoid repeating the mistake.

[CarolineLynn]

Last time I went shopping with my child, I accidentally locked both keys in the trunk and was completely stunned. My first reaction was to have the child stay in a safe place and not touch the car, then I walked around the car to see if there was any gap in the rear window—sometimes if the window is slightly open, you can use a tool to hook the door handle. If not, don’t act impulsively, like breaking the glass, as it could easily hurt someone or trigger the alarm; just call the 24-hour roadside assistance hotline, explain the situation, and they’ll send a local locksmith to help, which usually takes just over ten minutes to resolve. Prevention is key—now I always remind myself to put a spare key in my phone case or a waterproof pouch attached to my backpack before leaving, especially when traveling with kids, to prevent such situations in advance.

[VanBrayden]

Even seasoned drivers can fall victim to this—locking both keys inside the car sounds absurd, but it does happen. The best approach is to stay calm: If attempting a DIY solution, bend a small hook from a wire and try pulling the door latch through the window gap, but be cautious not to snag anything. A safer bet is calling professional lockout services; they have tools to open the door quickly and without damage—don’t hesitate to spend a little to avoid bigger losses. Learn the lesson and build better habits, like stashing a spare key outside the car—under a wheel cover or in a wallet compartment—so it won’t happen again.

[VonReid]

If both keys are locked inside the car, as a car enthusiast, I must say this relates to the vehicle's locking system design—most modern cars have foolproof mechanisms, but older models are prone to jamming. The solution depends on the car type: For smart key vehicles, the system might have malfunctioned, so try using a mobile app like OnStar for remote unlocking; for non-smart key cars, use a clothes hanger wire to poke through the door gap and press the button, but avoid sensors to prevent triggering the alarm. If you need help, immediately call roadside assistance or a local repair shop—they specialize in unlocking and can assess your anti-theft features. For future prevention: attach a small keychain to your belt or install a key tracker—prevention is better than cure.

[MacNorah]

I have a story to tell you: during a road trip at a highway service area, I accidentally locked both sets of keys in the car—it was the start of a nightmare. I tried using a wire to pick the lock, but the window was too tight, it didn’t work and wasted half an hour; in desperation, I had to call emergency services. They sent an expert who used an airbag tool to gently pry open the door gap, solving the problem quickly. Lesson learned: when traveling, never take all your keys with you—leave one set at the hotel or with a companion; or use a Bluetooth tracking tag attached to your keys so your phone can locate them. Next time this happens, don’t panic—seeking professional help is efficient and safe.