Airbag control unit with part number 13367438

What does the airbag control unit 13367438 do?

The control unit 13367438 is the airbag control unit for Opel: it controls the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners of the restraint system (SRS). In an accident, it evaluates the crash sensors and decides which restraint devices are triggered.

While driving, it monitors the system continuously and reports faults via the airbag warning light.

After an accident, it records crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 13367438 fail?

In the 13367438, the most common cause is an entry of crash data after an accident, even if no airbag has triggered. A standard diagnostic tool cannot remove it. Aged electronics, cold solder joints, moisture on connectors and voltage spikes are also possible causes.

The crash data remains stored until Airbag24 erases it as part of the repair.

Aged electronics eventually fail, and solder joints can become cold or cracked over time. Moisture and corrosion at plug connections cause contact problems.

Finally, voltage spikes can stress the unit, for example when the battery is weak or a jump start is given. A test shows which cause is actually present.

How can you tell that the 13367438 is defective?

On the 13367438, you recognise a defect by the airbag warning light, which lights up permanently or intermittently, and by a fault message in the instrument cluster. Further indications are a diagnostic tool without connection and a fault memory that cannot be cleared.

• Airbag warning light lit permanently or intermittently
• Fault message in the instrument cluster
• No connection between diagnostic tool and control unit
• Fault memory cannot be cleared

If the system is faulty, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency. Prompt checking is therefore advisable.

Which vehicles is the 13367438 fitted in?

Whether your vehicle matches, check using your vehicle registration document. The 13367438 belongs to Opel and is fitted in these vehicles: Opel Corsa D (2006-2014).

These vehicles are listed in the overview:

• Opel Corsa D (2006-2014)

Have the fault memory read out before removal. Only this result shows whether the control unit itself is affected or whether a connector or a cable is the cause. Afterwards, compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only confirms that you have the correct unit in front of you.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 13 283 819 HB, 13256903, 13256905 CC, 13283819, 13379528 HU, 13379529.

How does the repair of the 13367438 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log to the unit. Then disconnect the battery. Only then remove the control unit 13367438, create the repair order online and send in the unit well packed. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Airbag24 places the unit on the test bench. There, defective components are replaced, the crash data erased and a function test carried out before your own unit is returned.

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 13367438 get to Airbag24?

You pack the control unit 13367438 and send it to Airbag24 as a parcel, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, it comes back to you by UPS.

The printed repair order belongs in the parcel. Pack the unit so that it can be transported shock-proof.