Airbag control unit with part number 95910-4Z180

What does the airbag control unit 95910-4Z180 do?

The 95910-4Z180 is the control unit that triggers the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in an accident in Hyundai. It takes in the readings from the crash sensors, evaluates them and decides within milliseconds on triggering. Faults appear via the airbag warning light.

During operation, it monitors the entire restraint system, including sensors, wiring and seatbelt pretensioners. The evaluation runs without a break, so the system is ready in an emergency.

After an accident, the unit stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 95910-4Z180 fail?

The most common cause with the 95910-4Z180 is crash data stored in the memory after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. In addition, there are aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connections, and voltage spikes.

Crash data arises from the accident and stays stored in the unit until it is specifically removed. The standard diagnostic tool is not sufficient for this.

Electronic components age over time, and solder joints can go cold. Moisture and corrosion mainly affect plug connections.

Voltage spikes are also among the causes. A weak battery or connecting with jump leads puts electrical strain on the unit.

How can you tell that the 95910-4Z180 is defective?

A defect in the 95910-4Z180 is indicated by the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which stays on permanently or intermittently. A fault message in the instrument cluster may appear alongside it. During this time, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in an emergency.

Another sign is that the diagnostic tool does not establish a connection to the control unit. A fault memory that cannot be cleared also points to a problem in the system.

The warning light exists precisely to make irregularities visible. This signal therefore deserves prompt attention.

Which vehicles is the 95910-4Z180 fitted in?

For Hyundai, the assignment can be summarised as follows. The control unit 95910-4Z180 is fitted in these vehicles: Hyundai Santa Fe DM (2012-2015) and DM Facelift (2015-2018).

The vehicle types are shown in this overview:

• Hyundai Santa Fe DM (2012-2015)
• Hyundai Santa Fe DM Facelift (2015-2018)

First compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only confirms that it is the right unit. In addition, have the fault memory read out, because only this log shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or a cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 95700-2B110, 95910-0W100, 95910-26100, 95910-2B028, 95910-2B900, 95910-2B970.

How does the repair of the 95910-4Z180 work?

Have the fault memory of the 95910-4Z180 read out first and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery, and only after that comes removal. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Then create a repair order online and send the unit in well packed. Airbag24 checks it on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases the crash data and carries out a function test. Your own unit then goes back.

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 95910-4Z180 get to Airbag24?

The unit 95910-4Z180 reaches Airbag24 as a parcel, or you can book a UPS collection for an extra charge. The return is made by UPS.

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