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Buick Allure Key Replacement

Buick Allure keys date back to 2005 and span 5 key systems across the model’s generations — transponder key; “passkey 3 (pk3) / megamos crypto 48”; “passkey 3+ (pk3+ / ‘circle plus’) / philips crypto 46”; remote-head flip key. DFW Keys 4 Cars cuts and programs every one of them at your location anywhere in Dallas–Fort Worth, 24/7 — spares, all-keys-lost, fobs and lockouts. Call (214) 717-6398.


About Allure Keys

Verified key reference for the Buick Allure — model years, key types, and the transponder/immobilizer each generation uses. Boundary years can overlap; we confirm the exact part by VIN before dispatching.

Model / GenerationYearsKey TypeTransponder / ImmobilizerBlade / FCC
LaCrosse / Allure2005–2006Transponder keyPasskey 3 (PK3) / Megamos Crypto 48B99 / B102 (GM39)
Allure2005-2006“Passkey 3 (PK3) / Megamos Crypto 48”Transponder key
LaCrosse / Allure2007–2009Transponder keyPasskey 3+ (“Circle Plus”) / Philips Crypto 46B111 / B106 (GM45)
Allure2007-2009“Passkey 3+ (PK3+ / ‘Circle Plus’) / Philips Crypto 46”Transponder key
LaCrosse / Allure2010–2016Remote-head flip keyHitag2 Extended / ID46, ID46EHU100 (B111-family)
Allure2010+“Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag2 / ID46”Transponder key

Security System & Immobilizer

Buick uses GM’s security systems by era: PassLock cylinders with plain keys, PK3/PK3+ transponders, ID46 keys, and current proximity fobs.

On the Allure specifically we see: Passkey 3 (PK3) / Megamos Crypto 48, Transponder key, Passkey 3+ (“Circle Plus”) / Philips Crypto 46, Hitag2 Extended / ID46, ID46E. A correctly cut but unprogrammed key turns the locks and never starts the engine — programming is the half of the job that matters.

Which key does your year have?

  • 2005–2006: Transponder key — Passkey 3 (PK3) / Megamos Crypto 48 (B99 / B102 (GM39))
  • 2005-2006: “Passkey 3 (PK3) / Megamos Crypto 48” — Transponder key
  • 2007–2009: Transponder key — Passkey 3+ (“Circle Plus”) / Philips Crypto 46 (B111 / B106 (GM45))
  • 2007-2009: “Passkey 3+ (PK3+ / ‘Circle Plus’) / Philips Crypto 46” — Transponder key
  • 2010–2016: Remote-head flip key — Hitag2 Extended / ID46, ID46E (HU100 (B111-family))
  • 2010+: “Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag2 / ID46” — Transponder key

Our Allure Key Services


Buick Allure Key FAQ

I lost the only key to my Allure. What now?

We come to the vehicle, verify ownership, cut a new key from the VIN, and program it on-site — no tow, no dealer wait.

Will a hardware-store copy start my Allure?

On transponder-era cars it opens doors and nothing else — the chip must be programmed to the immobilizer, which is what we do curbside.

Do you still stock keys for older Allures?

Yes — back to the 2005–2006 generation (transponder key), and a fresh code-cut key beats any copy of a worn original.

How fast can you reach my Allure in DFW?

We dispatch the nearest mobile unit metroplex-wide, 24/7 — call (214) 717-6398 for an honest ETA.