Airbag control unit with part number 68299147AG

What does the airbag control unit 68299147AG do?

The airbag control unit 68299147AG coordinates the restraint system (SRS) in Jeep. It processes the crash sensor signals, determines which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners deploy in an accident, and checks the system constantly.

The unit reports faults via the airbag warning light. An accident causes it to store crash data and lock itself.

Why does the control unit 68299147AG fail?

The most common cause is crash data from an accident, even if no airbag has deployed. This data cannot be deleted with a standard diagnostic tool; Airbag24 deletes it during the repair. Other causes include:

• ageing electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plug connections
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start

So crash data is the most important point, but not the only one.

How can you tell that the 68299147AG is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up on the 68299147AG permanently or intermittently as soon as there is a fault. Other signs are an error message in the instrument cluster, no connection from the diagnostic tool to the control unit, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared. In an emergency, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to deploy.

The warning light is a clear signal and not a minor matter. Have the condition clarified promptly.

Which vehicles is the 68299147AG fitted in?

The 68299147AG is fitted in these vehicles: Jeep Compass MP (2016-2020) and MP Facelift (from 2020). The most reliable way to check whether your car is among them is the part number on the removed unit.

The details in full:

• Jeep Compass MP (2016-2020)
• Jeep Compass MP Facelift (from 2020)

Comparing the part number on the label with this page only ensures that you have the right unit. Have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only that 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 A2C13501200.

How does the repair of the 68299147AG work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Create the repair order online and send the 68299147AG in well packed. Airbag24 usually needs 3–4 working days for processing.

Airbag24 examines the unit on the test bench, repairs defective components, deletes stored crash data and runs a function test. Then 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 68299147AG get to Airbag24?

You send the 68299147AG as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends the unit back to you by UPS.

Put the printed repair order into the parcel. The unit should be packed shockproof.