Do Honda vehicles come with spare keys?

Yes—most new Honda vehicles are typically delivered with two keys or key fobs, but it isn’t an absolute guarantee and should be confirmed in your purchase paperwork; used and Certified Pre-Owned Hondas may come with one or two depending on the dealer. If you didn’t receive a spare, a Honda dealer or a qualified automotive locksmith can provide and program one, usually costing between $150 and $450 depending on model and key type.

What you can expect when you buy a Honda

New vehicles

In many markets, including the United States, new Hondas are commonly delivered with two keys or smart-entry fobs. Modern fobs often contain a removable mechanical “emergency” key blade. While two keys is the prevailing practice, the number of keys is not a universal manufacturer guarantee; it’s governed by dealer policy and local market norms. Always verify the key count on your buyer’s order or delivery checklist.

Used and Certified Pre-Owned

For used vehicles—including Honda Certified Pre-Owned—the number of keys varies. Many dealers aim to provide two, but it’s not guaranteed and is often disclosed on the sales listing or “we owe” sheet. Because used inventory changes hands, some cars arrive with only one working key. If a second key matters to you, negotiate it before signing and ensure it’s written into the deal.

If you didn’t receive a spare

If your vehicle came with only one key, you have several practical avenues to add a spare. The right choice depends on budget, convenience, security features on your Honda, and local availability of services.

• Ask the selling dealer: If the listing or your paperwork implied two keys, request fulfillment. Even without a prior promise, some dealers will split the cost or provide a discount on a second key.
• Order and program through a Honda dealer: You’ll typically need the vehicle’s VIN, government-issued ID, and proof of ownership. The dealer can cut the mechanical blade and perform immobilizer registration/programming for transponder or smart-entry systems.
• Use a licensed automotive locksmith: Many locksmiths can cut and program Honda transponder keys and proximity fobs, often at lower cost than dealerships. For late-model Hondas that require online immobilizer registration, a locksmith with the proper credentials and tools can usually complete the job without a dealer visit.
• Check insurance or protection plans: Some auto insurance policies, credit cards, or dealer-sold “key replacement” add-ons cover lost, stolen, or damaged keys and fobs. Coverage terms and claim limits vary.

Any of these routes can restore redundancy and peace of mind. For newer proximity systems, ensure the provider can handle immobilizer programming to avoid functionality gaps.

Costs and timing

Pricing varies by model year and key type. Expect higher costs for smart-entry push-button-start fobs than for older transponder keys. If you’ve lost all keys, the process is more involved and can require towing and additional immobilizer steps.

• Older transponder key (no remote): about $80–$200 including cutting and programming.
• Remote-integrated transponder key (flip or fixed blade): about $140–$300.
• Smart Entry/proximity fob with emergency blade: about $220–$450+.
• All keys lost scenarios: commonly $300–$600+ plus possible towing, depending on model and security requirements.

Most duplicate key jobs take 30–60 minutes once on-site; all-keys-lost cases can take longer due to verification and immobilizer procedures.

Warranty and coverage

Defects in a key or fob may be covered under the basic new-vehicle warranty (commonly 3 years/36,000 miles in the U.S.), but loss, theft, or battery replacement is normally not covered. Optional products like Honda Care or dealer key-replacement plans may cover lost or damaged keys; read your contract for exact terms. Roadside assistance can help with lockouts but typically doesn’t supply replacement keys.

How to verify what you should receive

Clarifying key count up front reduces surprises. These steps help ensure you get what you expect at delivery and have what you need later.

1. Before signing, ask how many keys/fobs are included and get the number in writing on the buyer’s order or “we owe” form.
2. At delivery, test each key/fob for lock/unlock, trunk release, remote start (if equipped), and engine start.
3. Record the key tag or key code if provided and store it securely; it speeds up future replacements.
4. If a second key is promised but not available at delivery, set a due date and confirm who pays for programming and cutting.

Documenting expectations ensures accountability and avoids post-sale disputes.

Regional notes

Practices vary by country and even by dealership. Two keys is common for new cars in many markets, but only your sales agreement definitively governs what’s included. Always rely on local dealer policy and your signed paperwork rather than assumptions.

Bottom line

Honda commonly supplies two keys or fobs with new vehicles, but it’s not guaranteed—especially for used and CPO cars. If you don’t have a spare, a dealer or qualified locksmith can cut and program one; expect roughly $150–$450 for most duplicates, more if all keys are lost. Confirm the key count in writing at purchase to avoid surprises.

Summary

Most new Hondas come with two keys/fobs, while used and CPO vehicles may vary. Verify in writing at purchase, and if you need a spare, dealers and licensed locksmiths can provide and program replacements. Costs depend on key type and whether all keys are lost; warranty generally covers defects but not loss or batteries, and optional key-replacement plans may offset expenses.

Do Hondas come with spare keys?

Every new Honda vehicle includes two keys. If you purchased your Honda used, you may have only received one key, and if you lose that key, you won’t have any keys left to make a duplicate of.

Can I get a duplicate key from Honda?

If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a dealer. If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine, contact a dealer.

How do I get a spare key for my Honda?

Not just any key will fit your Honda’s ignition. It has to be cut and programmed precisely for your Honda Civic, Accord, Ridgeline, CR-V, or another model so it only fits the one ignition. This process can’t be done at your typical locksmith – only your Honda dealer can cut the key.

Can I get a spare key from my dealership?

If you lose your car keys, you can almost certainly work with your car manufacturer’s dealership to get a replacement. But in some cases, it isn’t necessary, according to Carfax.