Airbag control unit with part number 13592885

What does the airbag control unit 13592885 do?

The control unit 13592885 evaluates the restraint system (SRS) for Chevrolet. In an accident, it checks the crash sensors, determines within milliseconds the triggering of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and keeps the system under control during operation.

The unit reports a detected fault via the airbag warning light. After an accident, it stores crash data and locks itself.

These processes run in the background; the driver does not have to do anything for them.

Why does the control unit 13592885 fail?

Stored crash data after an accident are the most common cause, even without a triggered airbag, and a normal diagnostic tool does not erase them. Ageing components, cold solder joints, moisture, corrosion and voltage spikes are also possible causes.

• Ageing of electronic components
• Cold solder joints
• Moisture and corrosion at plug connections
• Voltage spikes, for example from a jump start or a weak battery

Airbag24 removes the crash data as part of the repair; the other causes are narrowed down during the test.

Which of these causes applies in the specific case remains open until the test.

How can you tell that the 13592885 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster signals the state of the 13592885 by lighting up permanently or intermittently. Fault messages, connection disturbances to the diagnostic tool and a fault memory that cannot be erased are added.

While such a fault exists, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency. That is why every indication in the instrument cluster deserves attention.

The light alone does not show which component is affected; only the fault memory gives information about this.

Which vehicles is the 13592885 fitted in?

The 13592885 is fitted in these vehicles: Chevrolet Trax 1st generation Facelift (2016-2022) and 1st generation (2013-2016).

The assignment lists these vehicles for this number:

• Chevrolet Trax 1st generation Facelift (2016-2022)
• Chevrolet Trax 1st generation (2013-2016)

Comparing the part number on the label with this page ensures that the unit matches the number. Whether the control unit is defective or a plug or cable is the cause, only the read-out fault memory shows. Reading it out is therefore the important step before removal.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 13534413, 13590215, 84104026.

How does the repair of the 13592885 work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Next, create a repair order online and pack the unit well before sending it.

At Airbag24, the unit is examined on the test bench, defective components are repaired and stored crash data are erased. A function test completes the repair, and the unit then goes back to you.

Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days. The time covers only testing, repairing and checking, not the steps before or the shipping.

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 13592885 get to Airbag24?

The unit 13592885 reaches Airbag24 either as a parcel from you or via a UPS collection booked for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS.

Put the printed repair order into the parcel, and pack the unit shock-proof.