Airbag control unit with part number 52014450

What does the airbag control unit 52014450 do?

In the vehicle, the airbag control unit 52014450 controls the restraint system of Fiat. It processes the messages from the crash sensors and decides in an impact, within milliseconds, whether airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The housing also carries the manufacturer number Bosch 0285012824.

While driving, the unit continuously checks the function of all connected components. If it finds a fault, it indicates this via the airbag warning light, so that you can keep an eye on the state of the system.

Why does the control unit 52014450 fail?

For the control unit 52014450, the most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed. Aged components, cold solder joints, moisture at plug connectors and voltage spikes in the vehicle electrical system are also possible.

A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase the crash data. Airbag24 erases them during the repair.

Further causes at a glance:

• aging of the electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plug connectors
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting

How can you tell that the 52014450 is defective?

A defect in the control unit 52014450 shows up on the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which lights up permanently or intermittently, and on an error message in the instrument cluster. The diagnostic tool finds no connection, and the fault memory cannot be cleared. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to deploy.

The airbag warning light is the first sign you will notice. If it lights up permanently or intermittently, there is a fault in the restraint system that requires a check.

If the connection to the diagnostic tool also fails, this likewise points to the control unit or its surroundings.

Which vehicles is the 52014450 fitted in?

The airbag control unit 52014450 is installed in vehicles from Fiat. It is fitted in these vehicles: Fiat Doblo 263 (2010-2015) and 263 Facelift (2015-2022).

The following list names the vehicles in which this unit was found:

• Fiat Doblo 263 (2010-2015)
• Fiat Doblo 263 Facelift (2015-2022)

Two steps will help you. First compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page, because that only establishes that you have the correct unit in front of you. Then have the fault memory read out, because the result shows whether the control unit is defective or a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 285010656, 285010857, 51810463, 51881770, 51976890.

How does the repair of the 52014450 work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log with the unit. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Then create a repair order online and send the unit in well packed. Airbag24 tests it on the test bench, repairs defective components, erases stored crash data and carries out a functional test. This time relates only to the work at Airbag24.

Afterwards you receive 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 52014450 get to Airbag24?

You send the unit as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair Airbag24 sends the control unit 52014450 back to you via UPS.

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