Airbag control unit with part number 95910-3R100

What does the airbag control unit 95910-3R100 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-3R100 is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for vehicles of the Kia brand. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors and, in an emergency, decides within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to trigger.

In addition, the unit monitors the entire system continuously. If it 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 is locked afterwards.

Why does the control unit 95910-3R100 fail?

With control unit 95910-3R100, the most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed. Other causes are ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start.

Crash data cannot be erased with a normal diagnostic tool. The control unit stores it after the event, regardless of whether an airbag was actually triggered.

The other causes are more general in nature. Electronics age, solder joints can be cold, and moisture or corrosion on the plugs disrupts signal transmission. Voltage spikes when starting or with a weak battery can also put strain on the unit.

How can you tell that the 95910-3R100 is defective?

A defect in control unit 95910-3R100 shows up through the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster staying on permanently or intermittently. In addition, there is an error message in the instrument cluster, a diagnostic tool without connection to the control unit, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared.

If the warning light comes on, have the vehicle checked promptly. While the control unit is faulty, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not be able to trigger in an emergency. The warning is therefore a signal you should take seriously, even if the car still drives.

Which vehicles is the 95910-3R100 fitted in?

The airbag control unit 95910-3R100 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Cadenza VG (2009-2016).

The vehicles stored for this part number are shown here:

• Kia Cadenza VG (2009-2016)

Before you remove the unit, compare the part number on the label with this page. This only ensures that you have the right unit in front of you. You should also have the fault memory read out, because only that result shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a plug or cable is causing the fault.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 95910F6500.

How does the repair of the 95910-3R100 work?

At Airbag24, processing the 95910-3R100 usually takes 3–4 working days, during which it is checked, repaired and tested. Before that, you have the fault memory read out and enclose the log, disconnect the battery, remove the control unit and send it in with a repair order created online.

The sequence is mandatory for safety reasons. The control unit may only be removed after the battery has been disconnected, and you pack the unit well before sending it. Airbag24 then checks it on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases the stored crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards, your own unit goes back to you. This processing time only concerns the checking, repair and testing at Airbag24. 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 95910-3R100 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 95910-3R100 as a parcel or, for an extra charge, book a UPS collection. After the repair, Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS.

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