VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM, MOTOR VEHICLE WITH SUCH SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REDUCING COST OF PRODUCTION OF VEHICLE

摘要

A vehicle security system includes a vehicle ignition switch, a door lock actuator, a primary vehicle entry and ignition control circuit, a backup vehicle access control circuit and a key including a principal vehicle control subsystem and a backup vehicle entry circuit. Advantageously, the system is devoid of any ignition lock cylinder, any door lock cylinder and any key blade thereby reducing vehicle manufacturing costs. A related method is also provided.