Airbag control unit with part number 22922717

What does the airbag control unit 22922717 do?

The airbag control unit 22922717 brings together the restraint system (SRS) in Opel. It checks the signals from the crash sensors, determines in an impact within milliseconds the triggering of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and monitors the system continuously.

The unit shows faults via the airbag warning light. After an accident the unit stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 22922717 fail?

Stored crash data from an accident are the most common cause, even if no airbag has deployed. They cannot be erased with a normal diagnostic tool. In addition there are aged components, cold solder joints, moisture on plug connections and voltage spikes.

The crash data remain in the memory, even if the vehicle then runs without any noticeable problems.

Other causes occur without an accident: ageing, corrosion on plugs and a weak battery with voltage spikes.

How can you tell that the 22922717 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster signals a fault as soon as it lights up, continuously or only now and then. An error message may accompany it, the diagnostic tool may have no access, or the fault memory may remain unchanged. In such cases airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may possibly fail to deploy.

The light is the most direct indication the vehicle gives, which is why a prompt check is worthwhile.

Which vehicles is the 22922717 fitted in?

The control unit 22922717 works in these vehicles: Opel Insignia A (2008-2017).

The assigned vehicles in detail:

• Opel Insignia A (2008-2017)

A comparison of the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page confirms that it is the right unit. It does not clarify the cause of the failure. That is done only by the fault memory, which you have read out beforehand.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 12848365, 13503645, 13505596, 13505598, 13578320, 13578322.

How does the repair of the 22922717 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit. After that create a repair order online and pack the unit well. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Airbag24 checks the unit, replaces defective components, deletes the stored crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards your own unit is returned to you.

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 22922717 get to Airbag24?

The control unit comes to Airbag24 as a parcel, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. UPS takes care of the return after the repair.

The printed repair order belongs in the parcel, and the unit also needs shock-resistant packaging.