Airbag control unit with part number 95910-2J500

What does the airbag control unit 95910-2J500 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-2J500 forms the central hub of the restraint system (SRS) in Kia. It reads out the crash sensors, works out within milliseconds in a crash which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to trigger, and keeps the system under constant watch. Faults are shown via the airbag warning light.

In the background, a self-test runs continuously: the unit monitors wiring, sensors and outputs so that it reacts reliably in an emergency.

After a crash, it creates crash data and then stays locked.

Why does the control unit 95910-2J500 fail?

The most common cause is a crash data record from an earlier accident that remains in memory even when no airbags were deployed; an ordinary diagnostic tool cannot remove it. Age-related electronic components, cold solder joints, corrosion on connectors and voltage spikes can also cause the fault.

Crash data stays in memory even if no airbag has deployed, which is exactly why it is the first place to check.

The other causes tend to act gradually: components age, solder joints can become faulty, and moisture attacks plug connections. Voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start, put additional strain on the electronics.

How can you tell that the 95910-2J500 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or flickers from time to time, and an error message appears on the display. In addition, the diagnostic tool cannot establish contact with the control unit and the fault memory cannot be cleared.

As long as the light is on, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in an emergency, and that calls for a check.

The read-out shows what the exact fault is. The light itself does not name a cause.

Which vehicles is the 95910-2J500 fitted in?

You can check whether your vehicle fits by comparing it with the vehicle list. The airbag control unit 95910-2J500 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Mohave HM (2008-2024).

The vehicles in this overview belong to the part number:

• Kia Mohave HM (2008-2024)

Both steps belong before removal. Comparing the part number on the label of the unit with this page only confirms that it is the right unit. Having the fault memory read out, on the other hand, is decisive, because only the result shows whether the unit itself is defective or whether connectors or cables are the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 95910-2J400, 95910-2J450, 95910-2J550, 95910-2J580.

How does the repair of the 95910-2J500 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Then create a repair order online and send in the well-packed unit.

Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days. There, Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, repairs defective components, deletes stored crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards your own unit is sent 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 95910-2J500 get to Airbag24?

The unit goes to Airbag24 as a parcel. On request, UPS will collect it from you for an extra charge, and the return after repair also goes via UPS.

Include the printed repair order with the parcel and make sure the packaging is shock-proof.