Airbag control unit with part number 95910-R2910

What does the airbag control unit 95910-R2910 do?

The airbag control unit 95910-R2910 is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for Kia. It processes the signals from the crash sensors, determines in a crash within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners deploy, and monitors the system continuously. It signals faults via the airbag warning light.

After a crash, the unit stores crash data and locks itself.

For you, the warning light in the instrument cluster is the visible signal that something is wrong in the system.

Why does the control unit 95910-R2910 fail?

Stored crash data is the most common cause, even if no airbag has deployed. With this control unit, it is often not possible to erase the crash data; anyone who would like it erased should get in touch with Airbag24 briefly before sending the unit in, and Airbag24 will then check the number. Other causes are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connectors, and voltage spikes.

A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase the crash data, and repairing a fault remains possible as usual.

Aged electronic components and cold solder joints can cause malfunctions, regardless of any crash.

Moisture and corrosion at plug connectors disrupt the contact. Voltage spikes arise, for example, from a weak battery or when starting with a jump start.

How can you tell that the 95910-R2910 is defective?

A fault in the control unit 95910-R2910 shows up as the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which stays on constantly or only intermittently. Further signs are an error message in the instrument cluster, no connection between the diagnostic tool and the control unit, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared.

These signs at a glance:

• The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster stays on constantly or only intermittently
• An error message in the instrument cluster
• The diagnostic tool receives no connection to the control unit
• The fault memory cannot be cleared

If any of these appear, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in an actual crash. Have the system checked promptly in this case.

Which vehicles is the 95910-R2910 fitted in?

The control unit 95910-R2910 is fitted in these vehicles: Kia Sportage NQ5 (from 2021). To check whether your car is among them, compare it with the vehicles named.

In more detail, these are the vehicles:

• Kia Sportage NQ5 (from 2021)

These steps help you proceed. Comparing the part number on the label with this page only confirms that it is the correct unit. Have the fault memory read out first; only that shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a connector or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 95910-3U600, 95910-D9000, 95910-R2110, 95910-R2120, 95910-R2310, 95910-R2320.

How does the repair of the 95910-R2910 work?

First read out the fault memory and include the log. Then disconnect the battery; only then remove the control unit 95910-R2910. Next, create a repair order online and send in the well-packed unit. Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, replaces defective components and carries out a functional test.

If you would like the crash data erased, get in touch with Airbag24 briefly before sending the unit in. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days and is limited to checking, repairing and testing. Afterwards the unit is returned to you.

The order of steps is mandatory for safety reasons: read out, disconnect, then remove.

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-R2910 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 95910-R2910 as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS.

Enclose the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit shockproof.