By Daniel Shnader · Last updated: July 30, 2026

Ford Key Fob Replacement — All Models

Browse replacement Ford key fobs for F-150, Escape, Explorer, Mustang, Edge, Bronco, and every Ford model from 1998 to 2026. Our Ford smart keys and transponder keys use the same FCC IDs as factory originals. Ford dealers charge $150-$300+ for a key fob — UrbanX key fobs start at $15.90 with free shipping and 90-day return policy.

Key Takeaways

  • Ford key fob replacements from $14.95 — F-150, Escape, Explorer, Fusion, and more
  • Includes 80-bit and 128-bit transponder chips for Ford PATS system
  • Many Ford models support DIY 2-key programming (no locksmith needed)
  • Smart keys and proximity fobs available for newer models

Ford Key Replacement

Shop replacement Ford keys and key fobs for all models at UrbanX.

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What we stock for Ford

Our Ford range currently runs to 1,287 listings, covering model years 2000 to 2026. By key type that breaks down as key fobs (1,275), smart keys (30). Button configurations in stock: 5-button (185), 4-button (430), 3-button (444).

Ford models we carry keys for

F-150, Explorer, F-250, Edge, F-350, Focus, Escape, Transit Connect, F-450, F-550, Fiesta, Taurus.

A model appearing in this list is not a guarantee that your particular year uses the same part. The identifiers below are the check that matters.

Most common Ford FCC IDs in our catalogue

Sorted by frequency in our Ford catalogue. Whichever code is printed on your current remote is the one that governs fitment, so find it before anything else.

FCC ID Listings
CWTWB1U793 458
OUC6000022 286
OUCD6000022 73
KR55WK48801 54
M3N5WY8609 33
KR55WK47899 23
CWTWB1U331 18
CWTWB1U311 18

Most common Ford OEM part numbers

This is the identifier that separates variants sharing one FCC ID. Open the shell and check the moulding or the board before committing.

Part number Listings
164-R8130 234
164-R8163 160
164-R8046 137
164-R8073 95
164-R8126 92
164-R8070 86
164-R8134 85
164-R8048 54

Counts reflect current stock and shift as the range changes. If your identifier is not listed, it does not necessarily mean we cannot supply it — search the identifier directly.

Matching a Ford key to your vehicle

Fitment for a Ford key rests on the FCC ID and the OEM part number, not on the badge or the registration year. The FCC ID identifies frequency and protocol; the part number narrows it to the exact variant. Where both are available, the part number is the deciding check.

Year, make and model on their own are not enough. Manufacturers change remotes mid-generation, so two vehicles registered in the same year can take different parts.

What happens after it arrives

A replacement Ford key is a blank until it is paired with your vehicle. Programming is mandatory, blade cutting is required wherever a blade exists, and neither indicates a problem with the part supplied.

For most vehicles a locksmith is the sensible choice on both cost and convenience. Dealer access becomes necessary on very recent models, on systems requiring manufacturer credentials, and in all-keys-lost situations.

Five minutes that prevents a return

  • Check the blade profile where the Ford key has a metal blade.
  • Line up cutting and programming in advance so the car is off the road for less time.
  • Read the FCC ID from your existing remote and match it exactly.
  • Open the housing and note the OEM part number if one is present.
  • Confirm whether your vehicle uses a turn-key ignition or push-button start.
  • Count the buttons on your original, including boot release and panic.

    • Key guides by vehicle