Product Experts Available Now!
Call 1-800-940-8924
Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N2856
(5792 reviews)
Price: $21.10
In Stock
Thank you! Your comment has been submitted successfully. You should be able to view your question/comment here within a few days.
Error submitting comment. Please try again momentarily.
Need help with installation?
Locate installers near me- All Info
- Reviews (5792)
- Q & A (0)
- Videos (1)
- Photos
Thule Accessories and Parts - THKEYN2856
- Hitch Bike Rack
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Thule
Replace a missing Thule key with this equivalent part.
- Replaces a missing Thule key
- Key # N2856
- Quantity: 1 key
Note: To confirm the key number, check the lock cylinder.
N2856 - Thule Replacement Key
Video of Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N2856
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Review of the Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers
Hello, neighbors and friends. I'm Steven here at etrailer.com. Today we're looking at a Replacement Key for your Thule Racks and Carriers, keyed to N2856. I know what you're thinking. "Steve, how do I know which key I need" Well, pretty simple, actually. Look at your Thule rack or carrier, the lock core itself, usually to the left or right of where you insert that key, you'll see an engraving on the front face of that core.
Just simply write down that number. Match it up with the key that you need. Now, zooming in on this key here on the table, you can see the engraving there, 2856, and that's gonna be the key that matches up lock core N2856. Again, you get one key with purchase. If you need more than one, just change the quantity to however many you want.
Well, folks, that's gonna do it for our look today at this Replacement Key for the Thule Racks and Carriers. I'm Steven. Have a great day.
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
5792 reviews
by:
Robin
08/07/2026
Excellent service! We misplaced our cartop carrier keys and ordered a new one from etrailer using the code on the lock. It arrived promptly and works like it should. Thank you!
by:
Derek
11/17/2024
The key fit my lock perfectly. I have been using it for a year now and have had no problems whatsoever. Price and shipping time were reasonable. I wouldn't hesitate to make another purchase!
Derek
11/18/2025
Key is still working great! Ive had zero issues with it and use it frequently. Couldnt be happier!!
by:
Mike L.
07/06/2026
Just received the replacement key and it works perfectly!!
by:
Sherwin
10/11/2026
Thank you very much. I dont have to drill. Or new lock
by:
Walt
05/16/2026
Worked like a charm but a little expensive for a single key
by:
Jim
06/27/2019
Ordered 2 duplicate car cargo carrier keys. The service was excellent. The keys were exact cargo carrier lock duplicates and they were in my mail box in a couple of days. Thanks, etrailer.com
Jim
6/27/2020
Replacement keys for my cargo carrier are still working great 1 year after having them keyed. Thanks again, etrailer.com
by:
Jerry L
10/27/2014
I never dreamed I could locate a set of keys for my Sears luggage carrier so fast but etrailer had them, and shipped them that nite. If you need a specialty item you should try them. The keys worked great. If I went to the maker it may have cost me big.
Jerry L.
10/27/2015
Like new
by:
Bob H.
06/23/2014
Compared to some of the orders I have made with etrailer, this is a very small order. They filled and shipped my order just the same fast way. Thanks
Bob H.
6/23/2015
Product is working great. Got more than I asked for.
by:
Frank
03/03/2022
This key worked perfectly, no friction, no force. I tried elsewhere first, and regret it. This key works for Sears Sport 20/sv car top carrier with same number on lock!
Frank
3/4/2023
The key still works perfectly!
by:
Glenda L
07/01/2020
After purchasing a luggage carrier for the top of my vehicle, I discovered the key to the locks was missing. After a bit of searching I found the folks at etrailer , they found the correct key that I needed and sent to me right away,as I needed it quickly. It was pleasant dealing with the “ etrailer.com.” Folks :
by:
Dona P.
12/27/2013
Received keys for Sears X-Cargo Sport-20. The fit was perfect, the price for the keys + shipping very reasonable. What more could you ask for?
Dona P.
12/29/2014
Great..Havent lost or broken a key ! Thank you again for your great service.
by:
Cameron A.
06/23/2016
OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! 5-STAR RATING!!!
etrailer.com provided superior customer service. I am moving and have a Thule/SportRack shell for my SUV. I hadn't used the keys in 2 years and lost them or packed them in preparation for moving. I knew I needed to use the key in 9 days so I ordered a replacement key. That's when things got complicated.
Both Kat and George immediately started corresponding with me to let me know the key was not in stock. They worked with me to change my shipping options and reorder the key so the manufacturer could get them the key which they could then send to me using expedited shipping. In the end, I paid for 2-day shipping and the product arrived with still 4 days to spare. Also, I was never in doubt about the status of my order since I received both personalized and automated updates on the status of my order.
Top notch work with a sales team that cares! Thank you etrailer.com.
etrailer.com provided superior customer service. I am moving and have a Thule/SportRack shell for my SUV. I hadn't used the keys in 2 years and lost them or packed them in preparation for moving. I knew I needed to use the key in 9 days so I ordered a replacement key. That's when things got complicated.
Both Kat and George immediately started corresponding with me to let me know the key was not in stock. They worked with me to change my shipping options and reorder the key so the manufacturer could get them the key which they could then send to me using expedited shipping. In the end, I paid for 2-day shipping and the product arrived with still 4 days to spare. Also, I was never in doubt about the status of my order since I received both personalized and automated updates on the status of my order.
Top notch work with a sales team that cares! Thank you etrailer.com.
by:
Sears X-Cargo Sport SV20
07/17/2014
I must say Etrailer.con has outstanding customer service and the key 2856 I ordered for the sears x-cargo sport SV 20 worked perfect. So those who need a key yo u can trust Etrailer.com to come through for your replacement key or parts for your cargo carrier. I was able to sell my cargo carrier since I got the replacement key.
Thank you
Thank you
by:
Randy
06/25/2018
Picked up a Sears sport 20 sv roof top carrier for $20 at a yard sale, but it had no key. So I figured that I would have to replace the lock assy. To my surprise a 2 minute online search brought me to Etrailer and a replacement key for only [a few dollars]. Thanks Etrailer
by:
Jill Happy Camper. AL
03/07/2013
Replacement (Extra) keys for Cargo-top: Sears Sport 20-SV.
We purchased it about 10 years ago. It came with 2 keys and we lost one.
Recently, we went to a locksmith to have keys made, he was unable to locate a blank and IF he had found one we would have paid way more than $5 a key. We even considered replace the lock mechanism.
On a chance we tried the ETrailer keys and ordered 4: All of them work. We are very pleased and grateful. They came promply and the price was great. THANK YOU!!!
We purchased it about 10 years ago. It came with 2 keys and we lost one.
Recently, we went to a locksmith to have keys made, he was unable to locate a blank and IF he had found one we would have paid way more than $5 a key. We even considered replace the lock mechanism.
On a chance we tried the ETrailer keys and ordered 4: All of them work. We are very pleased and grateful. They came promply and the price was great. THANK YOU!!!
by:
Claudia
02/13/2018
Ordered extra keys for lock of SportRack car top carrier. Keys were easy to find at etrailer.com and ordering information on getting correct keys was helpful. Keys were shipped promptly and arrived quickly. Very happy with this transaction.
by:
Brandon
07/30/2019
Key worked. Arrived before it was supposed to. I bought a cargo container at a garage sale for 20 $ A [key] from etrailer the OEM racks for my wife's [car] and boom. I got a 600$ system for only a few hundred. And didn't have to replace the locks ;-)
by:
J.H.
06/05/2014
I rescued an X-Cargo Sport 20 Cargo Pod from the dumpster. It was completely intact with all of the mounting hardware sans a wing nut and no keys. I did some research on the pod and found several corroborating sites of what key I needed. Turns out it uses keys made for Thule products. Since I needed to get a wing nut and turns out you carried it, I would also get keys from you as well.
The keys work fine and I have a nice cargo pod, which will be real handy for an upcoming road trip.
The keys work fine and I have a nice cargo pod, which will be real handy for an upcoming road trip.
by:
Joel
06/28/2024
etrailer really saved me!! I was worried I was going to have to buy a new rooftop carrier but this key works perfectly. Just remember to check the number of your lock barrel to make sure it matches. Service, shipping, everything was impeccable!
by:
Maridel
06/13/2016
Key was a perfect fit! Found a sears x cargo sport 20 carrier on the side of the road for free and picked it up. However it was lock and had no keys. Doing some research on how to get the cargo opened, I stumbled on this website and found that I could order a replacement key. Going forward I ordered a key, received it and sure enough the key had open the cargo. I'm a happy camper now!
by:
Sears Carrier
07/10/2022
Using etrailer’s Q&A for sears sv-20 car top carrier, we ordered the right part based on the number etched on the lock. The key fit perfectly and fit better than our older and original worn key.
by:
John L.
12/26/2017
More than a product - the keys worked of course, but it is the customer service that was outstanding. Highly recommend etrailer to anyone!!! Again outstanding customer support on helping me track down my order, they spoke with the carrier and confirmed with me that it was delivered.
by:
Terry
08/30/2020
eTrailer has what I needed and the process was easy. In fact I went back to get replacement hardware for the same cargo carrier. eTrailer is the only place carrying these items. Thanks!
by:
Anthony Y.
04/30/2018
I purchased a Sears X-Cargo XL two or three years ago. I lost one key and broke the other. When I called Sears parts, they said they no longer make replacement keys. I found a forumn post that said these keys would fit so took a chance. Very happy with the perfect fit. Thanks, etrailer, you never fail to provide complete satisfaction!
25
5792
true
Show More Reviews
See what our Experts say about this Thule Accessories and Parts
- Voyager XL Cargo Box Replacement Key RecommendationSince your lock core is engraved with 2856 the correct key you would need for your cargo box would be the # THKEYN2856.
view full answer...
- How to Get Replacement Key for Sears X-Cargo BoxThere is a way to get a replacement key for your X-Cargo box, but you need to know the key number. For example, if your key was N2856 you would need the Replacement Key # THKEYN2856. If you know your key number you can simply add it in to THKEYXXXXX where the X's are and find it that way. The key number should be directly on the lock core. I have added a link to our selection of keys for your X-Cargo box to check out.
view full answer... - Replacement Key Recommendation for a Sportrack Cargo Box with Key 2856The correct replacement key you would need for your Skyine SportRack Cargo Box part SR7087 would be the part # THKEYN2856.
view full answer... - Looking for Replacement Key for Sportrack Roof Cargo Box with Lock Core Number 2856Hey Jeremy, yes the correct replacement key for your Sportrack cargo carrier would be the Thule key part # THKEYN2856. Thule is who made Sportrack and that is why they share the same keys. How old do you think your carrier is?
view full answer... - Replacement 2856 Keys for Sport Rack Cargo CarrierHey Ben, thanks for reaching out to us! Look no further, because what you need is the Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers # THKEYN2856. Thule helped to make the Sport Rack products so this will work just fine with your cargo carrier! Do you have any upcoming trips you're prepping for?
view full answer... - Sears X Cargo Replacement Key Recommendation 2856 Core NumberSince there isn't a key number 2858 listed as a standard lock number for the Sears boxes most likely you have the 2856 on both of your lock cores but the 6 looks like an 8. The correct replacement key you would need is the part # THKEYN2856. The company that makes this key is Thule.
view full answer... - Replacing Thule Key Number 2856The correct key you need is the Thule # THKEYN2856.
view full answer... - Looking for Replacement Key for Sportrack Skyline with Lock Core 2856Hey Luc, the correct key you are looking for is the part # THKEYN2856 based on the first number you mentioned but instead if the number on the lock core was 2806 the correct replacement key you'd need is the part # THKEYN2806. Which number is on the lock core?
view full answer... - Troubleshooting A Sears X-Cargo Sport 20 Cargo Carrier Lock That Wont TurnThe key for a Sears X-Cargo Sport 20 cargo carrier with a 2856 lock core is the # THKEYN2856. If you've already ordered the correct key and lubed the lock and still can't get it to open it may just be rusted out internally and need to be replaced. I recommend the Replacement Lock Core # SR03807. Make sure the lock core looks like this one to ensure this will work.
view full answer... - Replacement Key 2856 for Sportrack Vista XL Rooftop Cargo Box SR7018You can use Thule/SportRack Replacement Key # THKEYN2856 with your SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box # SR7018 that has a lock cylinder with number 2856. This replacement key is sold individually so you might want to get a couple to have an extra spare around. For reference I have linked you to our main page for SportRack parts.
view full answer... - Replacement Key 2856 For Sears X-Cargo Sport 20 SV Cargo BoxYou can get a replacement 2856 for your Sears X-Cargo Sport 20 SV cargo box simply by ordering the following replacement: - Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N2856 # THKEYN2856
view full answer... - What Replacement Key do I Need for My Thule Sidekick Cargo Carrier?We have what you are looking for for your Thule Sidekick! The replacement key you need is the Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N2856 # THKEYN2856. This key will work with your 2856 lock core on your Sidekick.
view full answer... - Replacement Keys for SportRack Aero XL Rooftop Cargo Box with Lock Core Number 2854We have what you need. SportRack is part of the Thule Group, and your cargo box uses the same keys as Thule products. For a lock with code 2854 you will want to use Replacement Key # THKEYN2854. This is sold as a single key so you might care to order a couple to have an extra on hand. We also have complete new lock core and key kits like # TH450200 in case you ever want to change the lock. Users of rooftop cargo carriers often select a step product to make loading and unloading easier....
view full answer... - Replacement Key Number 2856 for Karrite Explorer Roof BoxThe Karrite boxes are carried by Thule so you need a Thule key. The correct key for your 2856 lock is part # THKEYN2856.
view full answer...
- Replacement Key for Thule Roof Rack on 2012 Volkswagen GolfTo find the correct replacement key for the rack on your 2012 Volkswagen Golf you will need to identify the lock core. There should be a letter and number stamped on the face of the lock core. For example, if N2856 is stamped on the face of the lock you can use the # THKEYN2856. I have attached a link to all of our Thule replacement keys for your reference.
view full answer...
- Replacement Key for a Roof Mount Cargo Box with Lock 2856If it is a Thule, SportRack, or a Sears branded box then the replacement key that is likely going to work is # THKEYN2856. If it is not one of these boxes then I cannot guarantee that the key will work.
view full answer... - Replacement Key For A KArrite Voyager Luggage Container With Lock Core 2856For a 2856 lock core you would need the Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N2856 # THKEYN2856.
view full answer... - Replacement Key 2806 for Sears Karrite Rooftop Cargo BoxSears' Karrite rooftop cargo boxes were made by Thule and so Thule replacement keys will work fine for you. For a lock with code 2806 you will want to order part # THKEYN2806. This is sold as a single key so you might want to get a couple so you always have a backup spare.
view full answer... - Replacement 2856 Key For A SportRack Luggage CarrierYes we can provide the 2856 key for your SportRack luggage compartment. The correct key is part # THKEYN2856. Thule used to manufacture the SportRack carriers so their keys will be compatible.
view full answer... - Do You Have a Replacement Key that Will Fit My SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box with Number 2856?Yes, the part you need is the Replacement Key for Thule Racks and Carriers - N2856 # THKEYN2856. This key will allow you to have a replacement for your SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box # SR7018.
view full answer... - Replacement Key 2856 for Sears X-Cargo BoxYou sure can get a replacement key 2856 for your Sears X-Cargo Box! What you need is the Replacement Key # THKEYN2856; you may want to order a couple extra just to make sure you have some spares handy.
view full answer...
- Replacement Key Recommendation for Thule Voyager XL Cargo Box with Lock Core 2856We have the key you are looking for as part # THKEYN2856.
view full answer... - Replacement 2856 Key for Thule Manufactured Sears Sport 20 SV Roof Mounted Cargo BoxThe correct replacement 2856 key for your Sears Sport 20 SV cargo box would be part # THKEYN2856. Thule manufactured the cargo boxes for Sears, so the keys are absolutely compatible. The lock cylinders on the older 20 SV cargo boxes were a small fraction of an inch deeper than the locks Thule currently manufactures, so if at first you find that your key won't turn the lock you might need to give the key a rap with a mallet to get it fully seated in the lock so the key will turn. You'll...
view full answer... - Correct 2856 Replacement Key for Sears X-Cargo BoxThe correct replacement key for your Sears X-Cargo box with the 2856 lock core is part # THKEYN2856. Thule helped make the Sears boxes which is why their keys work as replacements.
view full answer...
Do you have a question about this Accessories and Part?
Info for this part was:
Expert Research:
Jameson C
Expert Research:
John H
Expert Research:
Adam R
Installed by:
Steven C
Updated by:
Wilson B
Updated by:
Hannah L
Updated by:
Isabelle B
Updated by:
Manda E
At etrailer we provide the best information available about the products we sell. We take the quality of our information seriously so that you can get the right part the first time. Let us know if anything is missing or if you have any questions.
Kate F.
8/10/2026
I am glad we had the right key for you Robin! I keep a set in my glove box, and an extra set at home, I too like to misplace things. Did the lost one show up yet? I feel like they always have a funny way of doing so after we get the new one.