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Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair

Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair at Airbag24

Airbag24 repairs defective airbag control units professionally and affordably. Both private customers and workshops can order without registration and benefit from fast processing, 2 years' statutory liability for defects and plug&play installation.

Airbag24 works with state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and specialised repair processes. Because defective control units often involve only individual components, a professional overhaul can be considerably cheaper than buying new.

Our advantages: no registration required, a direct online ordering process for B2B and B2C customers, express shipping and comprehensive quality testing. The repaired control unit works like a new part.

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Repair time

Our estimated repair time for this product is about: 3–4 business days

Specifications

Make
Ford
Model
Ford Ka+
Series
3 (2016-2018)
3 Facelift (2018-2021)
Ford Ka+ 3 (2016-2018)
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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 is a Ford Ka+ airbag control unit?

The Ford Ka+ airbag control unit is the central safety unit in the vehicle, which activates all occupant restraint systems, such as airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, in the event of an accident. It continuously monitors sensors, stores relevant crash data, and ensures the proper functioning of all airbag modules for your safety.

This safety-critical module precisely coordinates the deployment of the airbags. It is responsible for monitoring and controlling the entire airbag system.

After an accident, the control unit stores important crash data. An internal error log activates the airbag warning light in the dashboard if a malfunction occurs.

Why is the Ford Ka+ airbag control unit defective?

A Ford Ka+ airbag control unit often fails because it stores crash data after an accident that needs to be erased, or because of internal communication errors. These conditions often lead to the activation of the airbag warning light and require a professional Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair.

Typical defects include communication problems with other vehicle components. Internal hardware errors can also cause the control unit to malfunction.

Error code B1193 often indicates that crash data is stored in the device. This requires immediate Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair to restore full functionality.

Common error codes for Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair

Specific B and U codes are crucial for Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repairs, indicating problems within the control unit itself. These codes identify communication failures, internal errors, or stored crash data and require precise diagnosis to correct the defect.

  • B1000 → Control unit communication error → Describes an interruption or malfunction in the communication between the airbag control unit and other vehicle components.
  • B1193 → Crash data stored in the control unit → Signals that after an accident, crash data is stored in the airbag control unit, which must be deleted before reinitialization.
  • U3000 → Control unit error or general error in the airbag ECU → Indicates internal errors in the airbag control unit, often related to stored crash data or hardware defects.
  • U2017 → Communication error between airbag module and other vehicle control units → Indicates problems in the network communication of the airbag control unit, for example after an accident or in the event of a component defect.

These trouble codes are OEM common and are used by professional diagnostic systems to diagnose the Ford Ka+ airbag control unit.

What part numbers are available for the Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair?

For a successful Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair, precise OEM part numbers are crucial to ensure module compatibility and safety. The confirmed numbers for the Ford Ka+ airbag control unit are 51889815 (Ford/Autoliv) and YS5T-14B056-DA (Bosch), which allow for precise matching.

  • 51889815 : Genuine Ford/Autoliv airbag control unit, frequently mentioned in repair and reset services for the Ford Ka Mk1 (1996-2008).
  • YS5T-14B056-DA : Bosch original airbag control unit, listed as OEM supplier number for the Ford Ka MK1 module.

The exact part number of the defective unit is crucial for a precise diagnosis. This is the only way to ensure a professional Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair.

Before installing or removing the airbag control unit, the vehicle battery must be disconnected to prevent accidental activation. A professional workshop should perform this safety-relevant Ford Ka+ airbag control unit repair.

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What our customers say

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Michel GroenewegenMichel Groenewegen9 months ago

Very professional handling. Everything worked super fast, the information about the status of the processing was very good.

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Lars von GlahnLars von Glahn2 months ago

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Adrian DEGACHEAdrian DEGACHE2 months ago

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Wladimir GartfelWladimir Gartfel2 months ago

All great, removed it myself, brought it in and picked it up 4 days later and installed it.Works again thanks

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Rene HoeffgenRene Hoeffgen2 months ago

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FrankFrank2 months ago

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Marvin ÖzdenMarvin Özden2 months ago

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Horst ReiskeHorst Reiske2 months ago

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Thomas UmlaufThomas Umlauf2 months ago

Was easy and worked great!!!

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Roger WagnerRoger Wagner2 months ago

Quick delivery and it works perfect in my Mercedes W203! 👌👌

Michel GroenewegenMichel Groenewegen9 months ago
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