Airbag control unit with part number 95910-M6500

What does the airbag control unit 95910-M6500 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-M6500 coordinates the restraint system for Kia. It processes the signals from the crash sensors and triggers the appropriate airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in an accident. It also monitors the system constantly and reports faults.

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster indicates a detected fault. After a crash, the unit stores crash data and then locks itself.

Why does the control unit 95910-M6500 fail?

On the 95910-M6500, the most common cause is stored crash data after an accident, even without a triggered airbag. Added to this are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, and moisture and corrosion at plug connectors.

Voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting, can also lead to failure.

A normal diagnostic tool does not remove crash data. Airbag24 deletes it during the repair, and which of the other causes applies is shown only by the test on the test bench.

How can you tell that the 95910-M6500 is defective?

A defect on the 95910-M6500 shows itself mainly through the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which stays on permanently or intermittently. These signs are also typical:

• fault message in the instrument cluster
• diagnostic tool has no connection to the control unit
• fault memory cannot be cleared

In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to trigger. With these signs, prompt action is required.

Which vehicles is the 95910-M6500 fitted in?

The control unit 95910-M6500 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Forte BD (from 2018).

The vehicles for this part number are listed here:

• Kia Forte BD (from 2018)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page ensures that it is the correct unit. Whether the control unit itself is defective or a plug or cable is the cause is shown only by the fault memory, which you have read out beforehand.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 95910-B0100, 95910A7300, 95910A7350, 95910B0000, 95910H9430.

How does the repair of the 95910-M6500 work?

First have the fault memory read out, enclose the log, and then disconnect the battery; only then remove the control unit. Next create the repair order online and send in the well-packed unit. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Airbag24 examines the control unit on the test bench. Where necessary, components are replaced, the crash data is removed and a function test is carried out, before the unit is returned by UPS.

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-M6500 get to Airbag24?

The control unit 95910-M6500 reaches Airbag24 either by a parcel you send yourself or by a UPS collection booked for an extra charge. After the repair it is returned by UPS.

A printed repair order belongs in the parcel, and the unit needs shock-proof packaging.