Airbag control unit with part number 10786524/01

What does the airbag control unit 10786524/01 do?

The 10786524/01 is the airbag control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for MG. It processes the signals from the crash sensors, determines in a crash within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners fire, and checks the system continuously. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The checking runs without interruption in everyday driving too. If the unit detects a fault, it reports it via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

Why does the control unit 10786524/01 fail?

The most common cause on the 10786524/01 is crash data from an accident that stays in memory even without an airbag deploying. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. In addition there are ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connections, and voltage spikes from a weak battery or jump-starting.

Such entries prevent a clean fault diagnosis, because the diagnostic tool does not clear the memory.

The other causes are ageing and environmental influences. Moisture and corrosion attack plug connections, while solder joints become brittle over time.

How can you tell that the 10786524/01 is defective?

A defect on the 10786524/01 shows itself through the airbag warning light, which lights up permanently or intermittently, and through fault messages in the instrument cluster. If no connection to the control unit can be made, or the fault memory cannot be cleared, that is also an indication.

• Airbag warning light, permanently or intermittently
• Fault message in the instrument cluster
• No connection established by the diagnostic tool
• Fault memory cannot be cleared

With these signs, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not be able to deploy in an emergency. Have the system checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 10786524/01 fitted in?

The control unit 10786524/01 is fitted in these vehicles: MG HS 1st generation (2019-2024).

You will find the known vehicles for this part number in this list:

• MG HS 1st generation (2019-2024)

Comparing the part number on the unit with this page only ensures that you have the right control unit in hand. It does not clarify the cause. Therefore have the fault memory read out beforehand, because the log shows whether the control unit or a plug or cable is affected.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 10786516-01, 10836975/01.

How does the repair of the 10786524/01 work?

For the 10786524/01, everything starts with reading out the fault memory, whose log you enclose. Then disconnect the battery, and only then remove the control unit. Online, you create a repair order and send in the well-packed unit. Airbag24 usually needs 3–4 working days for testing, repair and function test.

On the test bench Airbag24 checks the unit, eliminates defects in components, deletes the crash data and tests the function. Afterwards you get your own unit back.

Our repairs come with 2 years' statutory liability for defects. The repaired control unit comes back with all vehicle data and is ready for use as soon as it is refitted — no coding or programming is required.

How does the control unit 10786524/01 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 10786524/01 as a parcel, or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 returns it after the repair by UPS. Put the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit shock-proof.

Sturdy packaging ensures that the electronics survive transport intact.