Airbag control unit with part number 98820-6XK0A

What does the airbag control unit 98820-6XK0A do?

The airbag control unit 98820-6XK0A coordinates the restraint system (SRS) in Nissan vehicles. It evaluates the crash sensors and, in an impact, decides within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered.

The unit monitors the system permanently. If it finds a fault, it reports it via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

After an accident, it stores crash data and locks itself. Only a repair lifts this lock.

Why does the control unit 98820-6XK0A fail?

The cause on the 98820-6XK0A can be an earlier accident in which crash data was stored, even if no airbag deployed. A standard diagnostic tool cannot remove this data. Other causes are also possible.

Stored crash data is one of the causes that do not resolve themselves. It keeps the message active until the data is deliberately removed.

In addition, aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start, can play a role.

How can you tell that the 98820-6XK0A is defective?

A defect on the 98820-6XK0A shows up as an airbag warning light that stays on permanently or intermittently, an error message in the instrument cluster, no connection between the diagnostic tool and the control unit, or a fault memory that cannot be cleared.

A brief flash when starting is normal. If the light stays on or flashes, action is needed.

Anyone who ignores such signs risks airbags and seatbelt pretensioners failing to deploy in an emergency.

Which vehicles is the 98820-6XK0A fitted in?

This part number is recorded for Nissan. The control unit 98820-6XK0A is fitted in these vehicles: Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020).

The list is based on the part number and not on the appearance of the unit.

The assigned models are:

• Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020)

Have the fault memory read out before removal. Then compare the part number on the label of the unit with your details, so that it is clear whether the control unit or a plug is causing the fault.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 98820 JM100, 98820-1VK0A, 98820-1VL0A, 98820-4BS0A, 98820-7FL9E, 98820-9FM0A.

How does the repair of the 98820-6XK0A work?

Checking, repairing and testing at Airbag24 usually take 3–4 working days for the 98820-6XK0A. You carry out reading out the fault memory, removing the control unit and creating the repair order beforehand.

Have the protocol of the fault memory attached and disconnect the battery before removing the unit. Create the repair order online and pack the unit carefully.

At Airbag24 the unit is examined on the test bench, defective components are replaced, crash data is deleted and a function test is carried out. Your own unit then comes back 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 98820-6XK0A get to Airbag24?

You send the 98820-6XK0A as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS after the repair.

Place the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit so it is shock-resistant.