Airbag control unit with part number 95910-3W450

What does the airbag control unit 95910-3W450 do?

As the airbag control unit, 95910-3W450 coordinates the restraint system (SRS) in Kia. Based on the sensor readings it judges whether an accident requires deployment, and then decides which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners fire within milliseconds.

During operation it continuously evaluates the system and shows faults via the airbag warning light. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself. The lock ends only with the repair.

Why does the control unit 95910-3W450 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed; a standard diagnostic tool does not remove it. Other causes are ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connectors, and voltage spikes, for example with a weak battery or jump-starting.

At Airbag24 these data are removed during the repair; common means do not achieve that.

Whether one of the other causes is involved can be checked on the unit itself.

How can you tell that the 95910-3W450 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently and so indicates a fault. In addition, error messages appear in the instrument cluster, the diagnostic tool finds no connection to the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared.

The warning light in particular gives you the clearest hint. With a defective control unit, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in an emergency, and that is exactly what you should watch for.

Which vehicles is the 95910-3W450 fitted in?

The 95910-3W450 control unit was fitted in the following vehicles: Kia Sportage SL (2010-2015).

The vehicles are collected in the following list:

• Kia Sportage SL (2010-2015)

Comparing the label number with this page gives certainty only about the right unit. Only the fault memory shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a plug or a cable is the cause, so have it read out first.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 0K082677F0, 95910-3W800, 959100Z200, 959103U100.

How does the repair of the 95910-3W450 work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit. Online, create the repair order, pack the unit well and send it in.

Airbag24 checks it on the test bench, replaces defective components, deletes the crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards your own unit comes 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 95910-3W450 get to Airbag24?

You send the unit in a parcel, or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 returns the repaired unit to you by UPS.

Pack the control unit shock-proof and add the printed repair order.