Airbag control unit with part number 95910-A8100

What does the airbag control unit 95910-A8100 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-A8100 is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for Kia. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors and decides in a crash which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered.

It also monitors the system continuously. It reports faults via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

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

Why does the control unit 95910-A8100 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag went off. Normal diagnostic tools cannot erase it. Other causes are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion, and voltage spikes.

Other causes are also possible:

• aged electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion on plug connections
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting

Airbag24 deletes crash data during the repair.

How can you tell that the 95910-A8100 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently, and an error message appears. In addition, there is no connection to the diagnostic tool or the fault memory cannot be cleared, which points to a fault in the 95910-A8100.

In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not be able to trigger. The light is therefore a warning that must be checked.

Which vehicles is the 95910-A8100 fitted in?

The airbag control unit 95910-A8100 is installed in vehicles from Kia. It is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Optima TF (2010-2015).

The individual models are listed here:

• Kia Optima TF (2010-2015)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only shows that it is the right unit. Also have the fault memory read out in advance, because only the log clarifies whether the control unit itself or a plug or a 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-A8100 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the 95910-A8100. At Airbag24, processing usually takes 3–4 working days.

Then create a repair order online and send the unit in well packed.

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, replaces defective components, deletes stored crash data and carries out a function test. Your own unit is then 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-A8100 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 95910-A8100 as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS.

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