Airbag control unit with part number 95910-3R210

What does the airbag control unit 95910-3R210 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-3R210 coordinates the restraint system (SRS) at Kia. It checks the crash sensors, decides on the triggering of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in a collision, and monitors the system permanently. It reports faults via the airbag warning light.

The system stays active during operation so that it can react immediately in an accident.

After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself. This protective logic is at the core of the system.

Why does the control unit 95910-3R210 fail?

The most common cause is crash data from an accident that is present even when no airbag was triggered. A usual diagnostic tool leaves it in place. Other causes include aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes.

Such entries are held in the memory of the unit and cannot be removed with a normal diagnostic tool.

Ageing, cold solder joints and moisture directly affect the hardware.

Voltage spikes are possible, for example, with a weak battery or after a jump start.

How can you tell that the 95910-3R210 is defective?

If the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up intermittently or permanently, this indicates a defect. A fault message in the instrument cluster may appear as well. The diagnostic tool then cannot reach the control unit, and the fault memory remains.

• Airbag warning light lit permanently or intermittently
• Fault message in the instrument cluster
• Missing connection between diagnostic tool and control unit
• Fault memory that cannot be cleared

Airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to trigger in an emergency while the fault persists. Taking this indicator seriously is the right response.

Which vehicles is the 95910-3R210 fitted in?

The control unit 95910-3R210 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Cadenza VG (2009-2016). The information is based on the part number.

These vehicles are assigned:

• Kia Cadenza VG (2009-2016)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only tells you that it is the right unit. Also have the fault memory read out before removal. Only this result shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or cable is the cause.

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

How does the repair of the 95910-3R210 work?

Have the fault memory read out first and enclose the report with the unit. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit afterwards. Then create the repair order online and pack the unit well.

At Airbag24 the unit is checked on the test bench, defective components are replaced, the crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. This part usually takes 3–4 working days. Afterwards, your own unit is returned 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 95910-3R210 get to Airbag24?

You send in a parcel containing the control unit, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 handles the return to you by UPS after the repair.

Pack the unit shock-proof and enclose the printed repair order.