Airbag control unit with part number 98820-9PV0A

What does the airbag control unit 98820-9PV0A do?

The airbag control unit 98820-9PV0A controls the restraint system (SRS) of Nissan. It processes the measurement values from the crash sensors and decides in an accident, within fractions of a second, which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners fire.

In addition, the unit checks the system for faults continuously. It shows any faults found via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

After an accident, the unit stores crash data and locks itself. It works between the sensors and the triggers, so a defect affects the entire restraint system.

Why does the control unit 98820-9PV0A fail?

Most often the cause lies in crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag fired. Aged components, cold solder joints, moisture at plug connections and voltage spikes are also possible.

The further causes at a glance:

• aged electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plug connections
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting

A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase the crash data. Airbag24 removes it during the repair.

How can you tell that the 98820-9PV0A is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or at times when the 98820-9PV0A is defective. In addition, there are error messages, a diagnostic tool without connection, and a fault memory that cannot be erased.

In a real emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to deploy. A fault is therefore indicated, and the vehicle should be checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 98820-9PV0A fitted in?

The 98820-9PV0A is installed in these vehicles: Nissan Qashqai J12 (2021-2024).

You will find the associated vehicles in this list:

• Nissan Qashqai J12 (2021-2024)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page, and you will know that it is the right unit. You should have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only the result 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 988206UD0A, 988206UM0A, 988206UT0C.

How does the repair of the 98820-9PV0A work?

You have the fault memory of the 98820-9PV0A read out and enclose the log. Then you disconnect the battery and only afterwards remove the control unit. Next, you create a repair order online and send the well-packed unit.

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, finds and repairs defective components, deletes the crash data and runs a functional test. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days. Afterwards, your own unit goes 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 98820-9PV0A get to Airbag24?

The control unit 98820-9PV0A reaches Airbag24 either as a parcel or via a UPS collection that you book for an additional charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends it back to you via UPS.

Put the printed repair order into the parcel and pack the unit shock-proof.