Airbag control unit with part number 68357571AD

What does the airbag control unit 68357571AD do?

For Jeep, the airbag control unit 68357571AD takes over central control within the restraint system (SRS). In a crash it checks the sensor signals and determines within a fraction of a second which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered.

Monitoring runs continuously in the background. If the unit detects a fault, it reports it via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

After an accident the control unit stores crash data and locks itself. The following sections describe the causes, the signs and the route to repair.

Why does the control unit 68357571AD fail?

Stored crash data is the most common cause, even if no airbag has deployed. It cannot be erased with a normal diagnostic tool. In addition, ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, as well as voltage spikes, come into consideration.

Crash data remains in the unit regardless of how the accident went. That is precisely why looking at the fault memory is the first step.

The other causes concern the electronics and their connections. Ageing components and cold solder joints can cause faults, while moisture, corrosion and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting, attack the connections.

How can you tell that the 68357571AD is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently as soon as a defect is present. In addition, a fault message appears in the instrument cluster, or the diagnostic tool finds no connection to the control unit.

A fault memory that cannot be cleared is also a sign that something in the system is wrong. The warning light remains the most important indicator that you can see in the vehicle yourself.

In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not be able to trigger. Have the system checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 68357571AD fitted in?

The control unit 68357571AD is fitted in these vehicles: Jeep Compass MP (2016-2020) and MP Facelift (from 2020).

The list below shows the vehicles that are known to us for this unit.

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

Comparing the part number with the label on the removed unit only shows that you have the right unit in front of you. Whether the control unit is actually defective or a plug or cable is the cause is shown only by the fault memory read out, so have it read out in advance.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers A2C13501200.

How does the repair of the 68357571AD work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit before you create a repair order online and send in the well-packed unit. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

At Airbag24 the unit is checked on the test bench, defective components are repaired, and a function test concludes the work. The unit then goes back to you, and the stored crash data is erased in the process.

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 68357571AD get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 68357571AD in as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair Airbag24 sends it back to you by UPS.

Place the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit shockproof.