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Lost All Keys for a 2024 Chevy Silverado? Here’s How to Get Back on the Road

Complete loss of all vehicle keys

🚀 Immediate Steps to Take

  1. Confirm it’s truly “all keys”: check pockets, bags, garage, valet drawer, and any spare-key hiding spots; also verify whether you have a separate remote (if applicable) or a spare metal emergency key.
  2. Gather ownership documents now: driver’s license plus registration/title (or a finance/insurance document showing your name and VIN). Write down the VIN (driver-side dash or door jamb) and your exact trim/package if you know it.
  3. Decide your priority: if the truck is stranded, contact a mobile automotive locksmith or roadside assistance; if it’s safely at home and you can wait, pricing may be better with a scheduled appointment or dealer parts order.

Your Options

Mobile automotive locksmith (on-site key cutting + programming)

Cost: $250-$700 Time: Varies

A qualified automotive locksmith can come to your Silverado, cut a new key and program a compatible fob to the truck’s immobilizer system. This is often the quickest choice if you’re stranded or can’t tow the vehicle. Make sure they confirm they support 2024 Chevrolet Silverado (late-model GM) and can provide an itemized quote before dispatch.

✓ Pros:
  • Usually fastest for a no-keys, can’t-drive situation
  • No towing needed in most cases
  • Often less expensive than dealer for same-day service
✗ Cons:
  • Not all locksmiths have tooling/access for 2024 GM systems
  • Quality varies—wrong fob or poor programming can cause repeat issues

Chevrolet dealer (OEM key/fob + programming)

Cost: $450-$1,200 Time: Varies

A Chevrolet dealer can supply an OEM fob/key and program it to your 2024 Silverado using factory tools. This is the most “by-the-book” route and can be ideal for ensuring correct parts and full compatibility. You may need to tow the truck in if you have zero working keys, and parts availability can affect timing.

✓ Pros:
  • OEM parts and factory programming procedures
  • Good fit for warranty/record-keeping preferences
  • Lower risk of incompatible aftermarket fobs
✗ Cons:
  • Often higher total cost, especially with towing
  • Appointments/parts lead time can delay completion

Insurance/roadside assistance + chosen provider (lockout/tow coordination)

Cost: $0-$800 Time: Varies

If your policy includes roadside assistance or key replacement coverage, you may be able to reduce out-of-pocket costs for towing, lockout service, or part of the replacement. Coverage varies widely—some plans pay only for towing/lockout, while others reimburse a portion of key/fob replacement. Confirm what’s covered before authorizing service to avoid surprise bills.

✓ Pros:
  • Can reduce towing or service costs
  • Convenient coordination if you’re stranded
  • May include reimbursement depending on policy
✗ Cons:
  • Provider choice may be limited by the program network
  • Coverage limits/exclusions can leave a large balance

⚠️ What to Avoid

✕ Paying a “too good to be true” flat price without confirming it includes cutting, programming, and the correct fob type for a 2024 Silverado (and whether a tow is needed).

✕ Letting anyone program keys without verifying they will erase/disable missing keys from the vehicle (important for security when keys are lost).

✕ Buying cheap online fobs first and assuming they’ll program—many are incompatible, previously locked, or counterfeit, and can cost more in the long run if they can’t be paired.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Calling dealer first without getting quotes
  • Not checking insurance coverage
  • Rushing to tow to dealership
  • Not considering mobile locksmiths

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado be programmed with no working key at all?

Yes. With proof of ownership, a qualified dealer or properly equipped automotive locksmith can originate a new key/fob and program it to the truck’s immobilizer system even when you have zero working keys. The exact process and time depend on the equipment used and parts availability.

Do I need to tow my Silverado to the dealer if all keys are lost?

Often, yes—if the dealer needs the vehicle present for programming and you have no working key/fob to drive it. Some areas have mobile programming options through locksmiths that can eliminate towing, but capability varies by market.

Should the missing keys be removed from the truck’s system?

In a true “lost all keys” situation, it’s wise to ask for all previously paired keys/fobs to be erased/disabled so a lost fob can’t be used to access or start the truck. Your provider should be able to confirm how many keys/fobs remain authorized after programming.

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Last updated: 2026-01-04