Airbag control unit with part number 68367619AB

What does the airbag control unit 68367619AB do?

The airbag control unit 68367619AB is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) of Dodge. It processes the signals from the crash sensors, decides in a collision within milliseconds about airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and checks the system continuously. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The unit reports faults via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. Monitoring runs throughout the entire journey.

The control unit is part of a network with sensors, wiring and the display. A fault in any of these parts can therefore appear as an error in the control unit.

Why does the control unit 68367619AB fail?

Crash data stored after an accident is the most common cause in the 68367619AB control unit, even if no airbag has deployed. A normal diagnostic tool cannot clear this data. Other causes include aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and voltage spikes.

The crash data remains in the memory of the control unit, and the fault indication stays visible until the unit has been repaired.

The other causes mainly concern the electronics themselves. Electronic components age, solder joints can go cold, and moisture or corrosion disrupts plug connectors. Voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or from jump-starting, place additional strain on the circuitry.

How can you tell that the 68367619AB is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up on the 68367619AB control unit permanently or intermittently, and a fault message appears in the instrument cluster. If the diagnostic tool has no connection to the control unit and the fault memory cannot be cleared, a defect is likely. Airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to trigger in an emergency.

The light is an indication that the system has detected a fault. Only the evaluation of the fault memory shows what is causing it.

Which vehicles is the 68367619AB fitted in?

The control unit 68367619AB is fitted in: Dodge Durango 3rd generation (2010-2014) and 3rd generation Facelift (from 2014).

The following list shows the vehicles assigned to this part number.

• Dodge Durango 3rd generation (2010-2014)
• Dodge Durango 3rd generation Facelift (from 2014)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. That only confirms that it is the right unit. Before sending it in, have the fault memory read out, because this result shows whether the control unit is defective or a connector or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 68328922AB.

How does the repair of the 68367619AB work?

At Airbag24 the submitted control unit 68367619AB is checked on the test bench, defective components are replaced and a functional test follows. Processing usually takes 3–4 working days.

Beforehand, have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery and only afterwards remove the control unit. Create a repair order online and send in the well-packed unit.

Airbag24 erases stored crash data during the repair, after which your own unit goes 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 68367619AB get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 68367619AB as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 sends it back to you by UPS after the repair.

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