Airbag control unit with part number 98820-6RF0B

What does the airbag control unit 98820-6RF0B do?

The airbag control unit 98820-6RF0B controls the SRS restraint system of Nissan. From the signals of the crash sensors, it calculates within a few milliseconds whether and which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered. It also continuously monitors all connected components.

If the unit detects a fault, it switches on the airbag warning light. This makes the fault visible to the driver.

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

Why does the control unit 98820-6RF0B fail?

Most often, the cause is crash data that was stored in the unit after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered. They cannot be erased with a normal diagnostic tool. Other causes are:

• aged electronic components that lose reliability over the years
• cold solder joints on the circuit board
• moisture and corrosion at plug connections
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start

Crash data is the most frequent cause, whereas the other causes concern the electronics themselves and their surroundings. Which of them applies in an individual case only becomes clear once the unit has been examined.

How can you tell that the 98820-6RF0B is defective?

A defect shows first on the airbag warning light, which lights up in the instrument cluster permanently or intermittently. A fault message in the instrument cluster may appear alongside it. If no connection to the diagnostic tool can be made, or the fault memory cannot be cleared, this is also a sign of a problem.

If the warning light is on, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency. This applies regardless of how well the vehicle runs in everyday use. It is therefore sensible to have the cause checked promptly.

The warning light makes the finding visible, so you do not have to recognise yourself when the system has failed.

Which vehicles is the 98820-6RF0B fitted in?

The control unit 98820-6RF0B is fitted in these vehicles: Nissan Rogue T33 (2020-2023) and T33 Facelift (from 2023).

Here you can see the vehicles that we have on record for this part number.

• Nissan Rogue T33 (2020-2023)
• Nissan Rogue T33 Facelift (from 2023)

First check the part number on the label of the removed unit and compare it with this page. This only confirms that you have the right unit in front of you, nothing more. Also have the fault memory read before removal. Only this log shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or a cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 988205HA0A.

How does the repair of the 98820-6RF0B work?

First, read out the fault memory and attach the log, then disconnect the battery. Afterwards, remove the control unit, create a repair order online and send the unit in packed. Airbag24 checks the unit, replaces defective components, erases the crash data and tests the function before it is returned.

Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days. During this time, the unit is only checked, repaired and tested.

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 98820-6RF0B get to Airbag24?

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

The printed repair order belongs in the parcel. Pack the control unit shockproof so that it survives transport undamaged.