Airbag control unit with part number 95910-B8000

What does the airbag control unit 95910-B8000 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-B8000 is the central controller of the restraint system (SRS) in Hyundai. It processes the signals from the crash sensors, decides within split seconds in a collision which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to trigger, and monitors the entire system. Faults are shown via the airbag warning light.

The unit runs in the background and continuously checks the connected components. If it detects a deviation, it stores it in the fault memory.

After an accident, the control unit stores crash data and locks itself. The lock is only lifted by a repair.

Why does the control unit 95910-B8000 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 possible causes include aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes.

Crash data is created as soon as the unit registers an impact. It remains stored even if hardly any damage is visible from the outside, and it cannot be removed with an ordinary diagnostic tool.

Electronic components age over time. Solder joints on the circuit board can become cold, and moisture or corrosion at the plug connections disrupt the signal flow.

Voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start, also put the unit under strain.

How can you tell that the 95910-B8000 is defective?

Signs include an airbag warning light that stays on permanently or intermittently, a fault message in the instrument cluster, a diagnostic tool with no connection to the control unit, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared. In that case, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in an emergency.

These are the most common warning signs:

• Airbag warning light permanently on
• Airbag warning light on intermittently
• Fault message in the instrument cluster
• Diagnostic tool cannot establish a connection
• Fault memory cannot be cleared

If you notice any of these signs, have the system checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 95910-B8000 fitted in?

The airbag control unit 95910-B8000 is fitted in these vehicles: Hyundai Santa Fe DM (2012-2015) and DM Facelift (2015-2018).

Here you can find the vehicles this part number is assigned to:

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

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only confirms that it is the correct unit. Whether the control unit is defective or a connector or cable is the cause can only be determined by the fault memory read out beforehand.

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-B8000 work?

First, have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit. Next, create a repair order online and send in the well-packed unit. At Airbag24, processing usually takes 3–4 working days.

At Airbag24, the unit is examined on the test bench. Defective components are repaired, stored crash data is erased, and a functional test is carried out.

The unit is then returned to you. The removal sequence must be followed for safety reasons.

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-B8000 get to Airbag24?

You send the unit in as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 returns it to you via UPS.

Place the printed repair order in the parcel. Pack the unit shock-proof before it is sent.