Availability Of Replacement Keys For A Curt Hitch Lock

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I have a CURT 23518 but have lost the key and its unfortunately attached to the car. Is there a way to get a replacement key?

asked by: Mark S

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Hello Mark. The only way to get replacement keys for a Curt 23518 hitch lock is if you happen to know they key number. The problem with this is the key number is printed on the key itself, so unless you happen to have the key number written down somewhere, you are out of luck. The only option would be to find a way to forcibly remove the lock. Either cut it off with a grinder or drill out the lock core until it comes off. Then you will need to replace it with a new one. We do not carry the 23518 but we do have the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # C23519 which is the stainless-steel version.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Peter

5/26/2025

is there a way to remove and replace the core ,c23519

Jesse M.

5/27/2025

@Peter Not that I am aware of. If yours is in need of replacement you will just need a whole new locking pin.

Mathieu

6/18/2025

Mark what do you do with your curt 23518 pin lock ? I have the same problem with my curt 23518 i lost both keys and i dont have any code key and it is lock to my truck with the shank and receiver... Do you drill it or cut it ? Thank

Jesse M.

6/23/2025

@Mathieu Hel Mathieu. It doesn't look like we ever heard back from Mark here but if your lock is attached to the car and the keys are gone the only option would be to drill out the lock core until it releases, or to cut the pin off with a hacksaw or angle grinder. Or get creative and find another fun way to remove it.

Mathieu

6/23/2025

@JesseM thanks but yesterday i remove it with some small shot of hammer and the lock core release easily.

Jesse M.

6/23/2025

@Mathieu oh nice! I'm not sure if thats a good thing of a bad thing lol but I am glad to hear you got it off without too much trouble.

Mike

5/20/2026

Looking for a replacement key for a Curt hitch lock 23504. Key code 119.

Jesse M.

5/20/2026

@Mike Hey Mike. Unfortunately the Curt 119 key isn't one we carry here. If I were you I'd try reaching out directly to Curt. They should be able to tell you how to get one.

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