Airbag control unit with part number P68186643AA
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What does the airbag control unit P68186643AA do?
The airbag control unit P68186643AA coordinates the restraint system (SRS) of Jeep. It processes the signals from the crash sensors and, in the event of an accident, decides within fractions of a second which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.
The unit shows faults via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. The rest of the time it monitors the entire system continuously in the background.
Why does the control unit P68186643AA fail?
The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even without an airbag having triggered, which a normal diagnostic tool cannot erase. Other possible causes include aged electronics, cold solder joints, moisture at plug connections and voltage spikes.
- aged electronic components
- cold solder joints
- moisture and corrosion at plug connections
- voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting
The crash data arises regardless of whether an airbag has actually triggered.
How can you tell that the P68186643AA is defective?
A defect shows up through the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which lights up constantly or intermittently. Then the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to trigger in an emergency.
- airbag warning light lights up constantly or intermittently
- fault message in the instrument cluster
- the diagnostic tool does not reach the control unit
- the fault memory cannot be cleared
The warning light is the clearest indication, and it shows the defect as soon as it occurs.
Which vehicles is the P68186643AA fitted in?
The part number on the unit is decisive. The control unit P68186643AA is fitted in these vehicles: Jeep Compass MK (2007-2010) and MK Facelift (2011-2016).
The overview shows the vehicles for this part number:
- Jeep Compass MK (2007-2010)
- Jeep Compass MK Facelift (2011-2016)
Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page; this only confirms that it is the correct unit. Also have the fault memory read out before removal, because only this shows whether the control unit is defective or a plug or cable is the cause.
For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers P68186642AD.
How does the repair of the P68186643AA work?
First have the fault memory read out and attach the log to the unit, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Next, create a repair order online and send in the unit well packed. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.
At Airbag24 the unit is checked on the test bench, defective components are repaired, stored crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. Afterwards Airbag24 returns your own unit 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 P68186643AA get to Airbag24?
You send the unit in as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, UPS brings it from Airbag24 back to you.
Enclose the printed repair order and pad the unit so that it is shock-resistant.
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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What our customers say
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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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