Airbag control unit with part number P68186641AB
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What does the airbag control unit P68186641AB do?
The airbag control unit P68186641AB manages the SRS restraint system of Jeep. It continuously monitors the crash sensors and the firing circuits and decides in a collision which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered. Fault messages are sent to the airbag warning light.
This function is constantly active as soon as the vehicle is powered up.
After an accident, the control unit stores crash data and locks itself.
Why does the control unit P68186641AB fail?
Stored crash data from an accident is the most common cause, even if no airbag has fired. Other causes include aged electronics, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting.
Crash data cannot be erased with a standard diagnostic tool, so the entry remains in the memory.
The other causes act on the electronics themselves. Components age, solder joints can go cold, and moisture attacks the contacts. Voltage spikes from the vehicle's electrical system place additional stress on the circuit.
How can you tell that the P68186641AB is defective?
The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently, an error message appears in the instrument cluster, the diagnostic tool cannot reach the control unit, and the fault memory persists.
The warning light is the signal that indicates the defect. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to deploy. If you take the warning seriously early on, you gain time for the check.
Which vehicles is the P68186641AB fitted in?
This airbag control unit P68186641AB is fitted in these vehicles: Jeep Compass MK (2007-2010) and MK Facelift (2011-2016). The list is based on our data for this part number.
The assignment in detail:
- Jeep Compass MK (2007-2010)
- Jeep Compass MK Facelift (2011-2016)
Comparing the part number on the label with this page only confirms that the device is the right one. The fault memory, by contrast, shows whether the control unit is defective or whether plugs and cables are the cause. For this reason, have it read out before removal.
For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers P68186642AD.
How does the repair of the P68186641AB work?
First have the fault memory read out and attach the log to the device. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Next, create the repair order online and send in the device.
Airbag24 checks the device on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases stored crash data and carries out a function test. Processing usually takes 3–4 working days.
You then receive your own device back. 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 P68186641AB get to Airbag24?
You send the device as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS.
The printed repair order goes in the parcel, and the control unit must be packed shock-proof.
Shipping & repair from Germany
Airbag24 repairs your component in Berlin — usually within 3–4 working days.
Standard shipping within Germany is free; we normally return your part by UPS.
You pay for and insure the inbound shipment to us. On explicit request we ship by express — the extra cost is borne by the customer.
If you withdraw from the contract, you bear the cost of returning the item.
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mirko leistner5 days ago„Ok.“
Zsolt Szabó2 weeks ago„Works like a charm!“
Leolylast month„Super great! Very fast repair of an airbag control unit of a Fiat Bravo 198. Sent it off on Monday, got it back already repaired by Friday and installed it. Everything works perfectly again. Old reliable car saved again…“
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Stephan Plewinskytoday„Well structured website with clear instructions, processing on schedule, punctual delivery. Worked immediately after reinstallation.“
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Dieter Hirschyesterday„Apart from the price which remains a bit high, but compared to the only replacement solution and the service provided, it's PERFECT. Very good sending and return procedure, and customer contact SUPER, not to mention the…“
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patrick taverna2 days ago„Very satisfied great work“
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Florian Bickel2 days ago„Airbag control unit was defective..Sent it in and got it back faster than expected.Worked great.Great performance from the Airbag24 Team.Thanks and I will recommend you further.“
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Dieter Winkler3 days ago„I can only recommend this company. My airbag control unit was repaired within a short time and sent back to me. Airbag system works perfectly again.“
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Andreas Koenn5 days ago„Everything went perfectly, I can only recommend it.“
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ka irgendwas6 days ago„From the first phone call, the order processing, to the shipping everything was done very quickly and professionally. Now I still have to send the repaired unit to the Swedish workshop and then hopefully the Honda can fi…“
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Gerd Goldammerlast week„Airbag control unit Fiat 500 was broken. Hard to believe but they can really repair it! Recommendation!!“
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