When a van key fails, it’s not just inconvenient. It stops work.
We see it regularly across Great Yarmouth - vans parked near the seafront, on industrial estates, outside housing developments, or sitting on a driveway at 6am before a job. The key won’t unlock. The dash says “No Key Detected.” Or worse, the only working key has been lost completely.
Ford Transit and Transit Custom vans are built to work hard. Their keys do the same. Over time, that wear shows up.
Here’s what happens when a Transit key fails - and how we sort it locally without dealership delays.
The Most Common Ford Transit Key Problems We Handle
Transit keys tend to fail in predictable ways, especially on high-use vehicles.
- Worn or snapped key blades: Daily ignition use eventually weakens the blade, particularly on older Transits.
- Remote buttons collapsing: Heavy use and pocket wear cause internal switches to fail.
- “Key Not Detected” warnings: Usually a weak battery, failing proximity chip, or programming fault.
- Water-damaged fobs: Common with coastal working environments.
- All keys lost on shared vans: Very common with fleet vehicles or vans used by multiple drivers.
These aren’t unusual faults. They’re normal consequences of heavy commercial use.
Why Dealerships Slow Working Vans Down
If your van is your livelihood, waiting days for a dealer appointment isn’t practical. Going through a dealership usually means:
- Booking delays
- Having the van transported
- Keys ordered in
- Higher labour costs
- No mobile option
We replace and reprogram Ford Transit keys at your location anywhere in Great Yarmouth - NR30, NR31, Caister, Gorleston, Bradwell and surrounding areas.
No towing. No downtime beyond the visit.
How Transit Key Replacement Actually Works
When we arrive:
- We gain access if needed (without damage).
- We cut a new key to your vehicle.
- We program it to the immobiliser system.
- We remove any missing or stolen keys from memory.
- We test locking, starting and remote functions thoroughly.
Most Transit key replacements are completed within 30-60 minutes once we’re on site.
We won’t leave until the van starts reliably and everything communicates correctly.
What Does a Ford Transit Replacement Key Cost?
Typical starting prices:
- Non-remote key: from £70.00 (+VAT)
- Remote key: from £120.00 (+VAT)
- Keyless / push-start systems: from £140.00 (+VAT)
Dealer quotes are often significantly higher and rarely mobile.
We always confirm pricing clearly before starting work.
Lost All Keys to Your Transit?
This is more common than most people think.
If all keys are missing, we can:
- Cut a brand-new key from scratch
- Program it to the van’s immobiliser
- Erase missing keys from the system
- Secure the vehicle properly before we leave
For working vans in Great Yarmouth, we understand time matters. Most all-keys-lost jobs are completed the same day where possible.
When Rekeying Makes More Sense
If your Transit key was stolen rather than lost, simple replacement isn’t always enough.
Rekeying allows us to:
- Change the internal lock configuration
- Remove stolen keys from memory
- Supply new keys that work exclusively with your van
For trade vehicles carrying tools or equipment, this is often the safer route.
Transit Vans and Security Go Hand in Hand
Many Transit key callouts also lead to security conversations.
If your van carries valuable tools, it’s worth considering additional protection such as Thatcham-approved deadlocks or slamlocks. We handle both key replacement and van security locally, so everything can be dealt with properly.
Why Transit Owners in Great Yarmouth Use a Local Specialist
What matters most to working drivers is straightforward service:
- We come to you
- Clear pricing before work begins
- No dealership wait times
- Lost keys removed from the system
- Same-day help in most cases
- Coverage across Great Yarmouth and Norfolk.
You get the same outcome as a dealer - without the downtime.
Need a Ford Transit Key Replacement in Great Yarmouth?
If your Transit or Transit Custom key has failed, been lost, or you need a spare, get in touch.
In most cases, we can confirm availability, timing and cost within a few minutes.
No pressure. No inflated pricing. Just practical help to get you moving again.