Airbag control unit with part number LR062161

What is the function of the airbag control unit LR062161?

The airbag control unit with part number LR062161 is the central control module for the entire occupant protection system in the Land Rover Discovery Sport L550. It processes data from acceleration and crash sensors and determines whether and which restraint systems, such as airbags or seatbelt pretensioners, need to be deployed.

As the “brain” of the safety system, this module is responsible for monitoring all connected components. In the event of a crash or system malfunction, it stores relevant data and activates the airbag warning light to alert the driver.

The proper functioning of this unit is critical to the vehicle’s passive safety, as its performance directly affects occupant protection in an emergency.

What defects occur in the LR062161?

The most common reason for repairing the LR062161 control unit is stored crash data following an airbag deployment. In addition, internal hardware defects on the circuit board may also arise, leading to failure and necessitating repair.

After a crash, the control unit electronically locks itself to prevent accidental re‑deployment. This lock (crash data) can be reset through professional repair, restoring full functionality to the unit.

Regardless of a crash, electronic components such as processors, memory chips, or capacitors on the circuit board may fail. Such defects require component‑level refurbishment, where faulty parts are identified and expertly replaced.

Similar control units for Land Rover models are also known under related OEM numbers FK72-14D374-AK and LR095850, which may exhibit comparable functions and defect patterns.

How do you recognize a defect in the LR062161 control unit?

A defect in the LR062161 airbag control unit primarily manifests as a permanently illuminated airbag warning light on the instrument cluster. Often, the control unit cannot be accessed by a diagnostic tool, or internal error codes appear.

The clearest symptom is the continuously lit warning light for the airbag system. It does not extinguish after starting the vehicle, indicating a serious, safety‑critical fault.

Another clear sign is when a workshop using a diagnostic device cannot establish communication with the airbag control unit. The module fails to respond to requests, preventing accurate fault diagnosis and often pointing to an internal defect.

In which models is the LR062161 control unit installed?

The LR062161 airbag control unit is specifically designed for vehicles of the Land Rover brand. It is used exclusively in various versions of the Land Rover Discovery Sport from the L550 series, including the facelift model.

At Airbag24, the control unit with part number LR062161 is professionally refurbished for the following models:

Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 (2015–2019)

Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Facelift (2019 and later)

This control unit is frequently found in vehicles equipped with the 2.0‑liter diesel engine (engine code AJ200/204DTA) paired with an automatic transmission.

How is the LR062161 control unit professionally repaired?

Professional repair of the LR062161 at Airbag24 includes detailed diagnostics on specially calibrated test benches, targeted electronics refurbishment through replacement of defective components or resetting crash data, followed by a final quality check with documented test results.

Upon submission to Airbag24, the control unit undergoes a standardized repair process. First, an in-depth fault analysis is performed using test equipment specifically designed for Land Rover vehicle electronics.

Subsequently, the actual repair takes place. Depending on the nature of the fault, stored crash data is erased, defective electronic components on the circuit board are replaced, or circuit traces are professionally reworked. In some cases, software reprogramming may also be required to restore full functionality.

Following successful repair, the control unit undergoes comprehensive quality assurance to ensure all functions operate flawlessly. Each repair comes with 2 years' statutory liability for defects.