Airbag control unit with part number 95910-A8150

What does the airbag control unit 95910-A8150 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-A8150 controls the restraint system (SRS) in Kia. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors, determines within milliseconds in an accident which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system continuously. If it detects a fault, it indicates this via the airbag warning light.

The control unit connects the sensors with the triggering elements. Without its evaluation, it would not be possible in an emergency to decide specifically which elements fire.

The test routines run in the background and do not stand out in everyday use as long as everything is in order. They are, however, part of the basic operation of every vehicle with a restraint system.

After an accident, the unit stores crash data and locks itself. Only the repair lifts the lock.

Why does the control unit 95910-A8150 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed; a normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Other causes are ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connectors, and voltage spikes.

Crash data remains in memory until someone deliberately removes it. That nothing is visible on the outside of the vehicle does not change this.

The other causes tend to develop gradually. Electronics age, solder joints go cold over time, and moisture attacks plug connectors. Voltage spikes, as with a weak battery or jump-starting, additionally stress the electronics.

How can you tell that the 95910-A8150 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently, a fault message appears in the instrument cluster, the diagnostic tool does not find the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not trigger.

The warning light is the most unambiguous sign you have on the vehicle. It concerns the restraint system itself, so a prompt check is worthwhile.

Only reading out the fault memory reveals which cause lies behind it.

Which vehicles is the 95910-A8150 fitted in?

The control unit 95910-A8150 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Optima TF (2010-2015).

The list below shows the vehicles known to us for this part number.

• Kia Optima TF (2010-2015)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. That way you can see that it is the right unit. Also have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only the 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 692002T010, 95910-2G400, 95910-D5000, 95910-D5500.

How does the repair of the 95910-A8150 work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery, and only after that remove the control unit 95910-A8150. Next, create a repair order online and send in the well-packed unit.

At Airbag24, the unit is inspected on the test bench, defective components are replaced, the crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. Processing there usually takes 3–4 working days. Afterwards, your own unit goes back to you.

The order of the steps serves safety. 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-A8150 get to Airbag24?

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

Put the printed repair order into the parcel and pack the unit shockproof.