Airbag control unit with part number 95910-4C000

What does the airbag control unit 95910-4C000 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-4C000 coordinates the restraint system (SRS) of Kia. It processes the measured values from the crash sensors, triggers the appropriate airbags and seatbelt pretensioners within milliseconds in an accident, and monitors the entire system in the background. After an accident, it stores crash data and is then locked.

Detected faults are shown via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. Error messages may also appear there.

Without an intact control unit, the restraint system lacks central evaluation. That is why any fault must be taken seriously.

Why does the control unit 95910-4C000 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered. Other possible causes are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plugs, and voltage spikes.

Crash data remains in the memory after an accident. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it.

The other causes concern the electronics themselves and their plug connections. Moisture and corrosion attack the contacts over a long period.

Voltage spikes arise, for example, from a weak battery or a jump start.

How can you tell that the 95910-4C000 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently when a fault is present. In addition, there is an error message in the instrument cluster, no connection to the diagnostic tool, and a fault memory that cannot be erased.

The airbag warning light is the most important signal you will notice in everyday use. If it lights up, a check of the system is advisable, even if the vehicle still drives.

If the control unit is faulty, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to trigger in an emergency. This applies regardless of how well the vehicle otherwise seems to work.

Which vehicles is the 95910-4C000 fitted in?

The airbag control unit 95910-4C000 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Optima TF (2010-2015).

The vehicles for this part number are listed here:

• Kia Optima TF (2010-2015)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only ensures that you have the right unit. Have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only this result shows whether the control unit itself is defective or a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 692002T010, 95910-2G400, 95910-D5000, 95910-D5500.

How does the repair of the 95910-4C000 work?

First, have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery and then remove the control unit 95910-4C000. Next, create a repair order online and send the unit in well packed. Checking, repairing and testing at Airbag24 usually take 3–4 working days.

At Airbag24 the unit is first checked and defective components are replaced. Airbag24 then erases the 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 95910-4C000 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 95910-4C000 as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends it back to you by UPS.

The printed repair order goes in the parcel. Pack the unit shock-proof.