Airbag control unit with part number K2GT-14B321-FC

What does the airbag control unit K2GT-14B321-FC do?

The airbag control unit K2GT-14B321-FC manages the restraint system (SRS) in the Ford. It uses the crash sensors to detect an accident, and within milliseconds it decides which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners fire. It also monitors the entire system. If there are faults, the airbag warning light comes on.

The electronics work unobtrusively in the background and show themselves to the driver only through indications in the instrument cluster.

After an accident, the unit stores crash data and locks itself; only a repair lifts this lock.

Why does the control unit K2GT-14B321-FC fail?

The most common cause is crash data that remains in the memory of the control unit K2GT-14B321-FC after an accident, even if no airbag has fired. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Other causes are ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and voltage spikes.

Ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture or corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump start, can also come into consideration.

During the repair, Airbag24 removes the crash data.

How can you tell that the K2GT-14B321-FC is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up constantly or comes on intermittently as soon as the control unit K2GT-14B321-FC reports a fault. In addition there may be a fault message, the diagnostic tool has no contact with the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be emptied.

The warning is to be taken seriously, because in an emergency airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to trigger.

So follow up on the indication and have the fault memory read out promptly.

Which vehicles is the K2GT-14B321-FC fitted in?

The control unit K2GT-14B321-FC is fitted in these vehicles: Ford Edge 2 (2015-2024).

This overview lists the models for which the part number is stored.

• Ford Edge 2 (2015-2024)

Comparing the label on the removed unit with this page only shows that you have the correct unit. Whether it is defective is clarified only by the read-out fault memory; a plug or a cable may be the cause as well.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 7T4Z-14B321-BJ, DT4Z-14B321-A, DT4Z-14B321-B, E1GT-14B321-BE, H2GZ-14B321-A, K2GT 14B321 EB.

How does the repair of the K2GT-14B321-FC work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit K2GT-14B321-FC. Next, create the repair order online and send the unit in well packed.

At Airbag24 the unit is then checked on the test bench, defective components are replaced, the crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. Your own unit then goes back to you.

Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days. This time covers only checking, repairing and testing, and not removal, reading out or shipping.

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 K2GT-14B321-FC get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit K2GT-14B321-FC to Airbag24 as a parcel, or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends it back to you by UPS.

The printed repair order goes into the parcel, and the unit is packed shockproof.