Airbag control unit with part number 95910-R0130

What does the airbag control unit 95910-R0130 do?

The 95910-R0130 processes the signals from the crash sensors and, for Kia, is the control unit that decides on airbags and seatbelt pretensioners. In an accident it makes this decision within milliseconds and monitors the entire restraint system continuously. Faults are indicated by the airbag warning light.

The monitoring covers the ignition circuits and the sensors. This allows the system to detect faults that matter for function in an emergency.

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

Why does the control unit 95910-R0130 fail?

The most common cause in the 95910-R0130 is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has triggered; a normal diagnostic tool cannot delete it. Aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connections, and voltage spikes are further possible causes.

Crash data consists of measured values from the moment of impact. As long as they remain in memory, the finding persists, even if the vehicle shows no abnormalities afterwards.

The other causes develop over time. Ageing and moisture make the electronics more sensitive. Voltage spikes occur, for example, with a weak battery or when jump-starting.

How can you tell that the 95910-R0130 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up on the 95910-R0130 permanently or intermittently when there is a defect. Error messages in the instrument cluster, a missing connection to the diagnostic tool or a fault memory that cannot be cleared are also signs. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not trigger.

In everyday driving, the light is the first sign you notice. It gives no indication of the exact cause, only that the system has detected something.

Write down a message before you reset anything.

Which vehicles is the 95910-R0130 fitted in?

Our data for Kia lists this control unit. The 95910-R0130 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Carnival KA4 (from 2020).

The vehicles are summarised in the following list:

• Kia Carnival KA4 (from 2020)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page; this only confirms that it is the right unit. Before that, have the fault memory read out, because only this log shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 95910-R0100.

How does the repair of the 95910-R0130 work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the 95910-R0130. Online, you create the repair order and send in the well-packed unit. Processing at Airbag24 takes 3–4 working days.

We check the unit on the test bench and replace defective components. Afterwards Airbag24 deletes stored crash data and tests the function.

The order is fixed because it protects you during removal. 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-R0130 get to Airbag24?

You send the 95910-R0130 in as a parcel, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 returns the unit by UPS after the repair.

Pack the unit shock-proof and enclose the printed repair order.