Airbag control unit with part number 68299150AD

What does the airbag control unit 68299150AD do?

The airbag control unit 68299150AD coordinates the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in Jeep. It evaluates the sensors, decides on triggering in a crash, and monitors the restraint system constantly.

The system is only as reliable as its parts: sensors, control unit, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners must work together.

If a fault occurs, the unit reports it via the airbag warning light. After a crash it stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 68299150AD fail?

The most common cause with the control unit 68299150AD is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag triggered. A normal diagnostic tool does not delete it. In addition there are aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on connectors, and voltage spikes.

The absence of an airbag deployment does not mean that nothing was recorded. The unit stores events independently.

The other causes lie in the electronics themselves or in the connections. Voltage spikes occur, for example, with a weak battery or jump-starting.

How can you tell that the 68299150AD is defective?

You recognise a defect in the 68299150AD by the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which stays on permanently or intermittently. In addition there are fault messages, a diagnostic tool without connection, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to deploy.

Typical signs at a glance:

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

If you notice any of these signs, have the system examined.

Which vehicles is the 68299150AD fitted in?

The airbag control unit 68299150AD is fitted in these vehicles: Jeep Compass MP (2016-2020) and MP Facelift (from 2020). The part number on the unit remains decisive.

The list is an overview of the vehicles named.

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

You make the comparison of the label number with this page to confirm the right unit. Also have the fault memory read out before you remove anything; this shows whether the control unit is defective or whether 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 68299150AD work?

First you read out the fault memory and attach the log. Then you disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit 68299150AD. You create the repair order online and send the unit in well packed.

During this, defective components are renewed, stored crash data is deleted and a function test is carried out. Processing usually takes 3–4 working days.

The unit then comes back 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 68299150AD get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 68299150AD to Airbag24 as a parcel, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair Airbag24 sends it back via UPS.

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