Airbag control unit with part number 95910-C5550

What does the airbag control unit 95910-C5550 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-C5550 is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for Kia. It evaluates the crash sensors, decides within milliseconds in the event of an accident which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to trigger, and monitors the entire system continuously. It reports faults via the airbag warning light.

The unit works constantly in the background and checks the connected components. Any irregularities it finds are stored in the fault memory, where they become visible when the memory is read out.

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

Why does the control unit 95910-C5550 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered; a normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Other possible causes include ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting.

A normal diagnostic tool cannot remove the crash data, so it remains stored in the control unit.

The other causes develop over a longer period, for example through ageing of the electronics or moisture at the plug connections. Cold solder joints also belong here, as do voltage spikes from jump-starting or a weak battery.

How can you tell that the 95910-C5550 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster stays on constantly or intermittently, and an error message appears. In addition, the diagnostic tool fails to establish a connection with the control unit, or the fault memory cannot be cleared. In this case, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to trigger in an emergency.

One of these signs does not necessarily originate in the control unit, as a plug or a cable can be behind it too.

If you notice any of these signs, have the fault memory read out promptly so that the cause can be narrowed down.

Which vehicles is the 95910-C5550 fitted in?

This assignment applies only to this part number, including within Kia. The 95910-C5550 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Sorento UM (2014-2020).

Here is an overview of the vehicles:

• Kia Sorento UM (2014-2020)

First compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This ensures that it is the right unit; the comparison tells you nothing more. Also have the fault memory read out before removal; only the log shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or a cable is the cause.

How does the repair of the 95910-C5550 work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit. Next, create a repair order online and send the unit off, well packed. Checking, repairing and testing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, replaces defective components, clears the stored crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards, your own unit is 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-C5550 get to Airbag24?

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

Place the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit securely against impact.