Airbag control unit with part number 95910-2K211

What does the airbag control unit 95910-2K211 do?

The 95910-2K211 is the airbag control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for Kia. It processes the readings from the crash sensors, decides in an emergency within milliseconds whether the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system continuously. After an accident it locks itself.

In doing so, the unit registers faults in the system and shows them via the airbag warning light. After an accident it also stores crash data, which remains in the memory.

The evaluation is based on several sensors working together, not on a single signal.

Why does the control unit 95910-2K211 fail?

A failure of the 95910-2K211 can be caused by crash data stored in the memory, even if no airbag was triggered. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase this crash data, so the fault remains.

In addition, there are causes from the electronics. Aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or after jump-starting, can also lead to a failure.

Which cause applies in a specific case only becomes apparent when the unit is examined.

How can you tell that the 95910-2K211 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up constantly or intermittently when the 95910-2K211 is defective. Fault messages or a diagnostic tool that cannot establish a connection also appear. In an emergency, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not deploy.

The airbag warning light is the most important warning signal. It lights up as soon as the system detects a fault, showing that the system is not in order.

A fault memory that cannot be emptied also points to a defect. However, this alone does not mean that the control unit itself is affected.

Which vehicles is the 95910-2K211 fitted in?

The 95910-2K211 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Soul AM (2008-2014).

The following vehicles are currently known for this part number:

• Kia Soul AM (2008-2014)

Before you remove the unit, have the fault memory read out. This shows whether the control unit is defective or rather a plug or a cable. Then compare the part number on the label with this information.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 95910-2K350, 959102K000, 959102K050, 95910B2010, 95910B2300, 95910B2600.

How does the repair of the 95910-2K211 work?

Before removal, read out the fault memory and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery, remove the 95910-2K211 and create a repair order online. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Pack the unit well and send it in. Airbag24 checks it on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases stored crash data and performs a function test.

After that, your own unit goes back to you, and the work at Airbag24 is then complete.

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 95910-2K211 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 95910-2K211 as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 returns it by UPS after the repair.

The printed repair order belongs in the parcel, and the unit should be packed shock-proof.