What is a Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit is the central safety unit in your vehicle. It continuously monitors sensor data, analyzes it in the event of an impact, and precisely deploys airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to protect occupants. This module also stores important crash data and is essential for safe driving. A professional Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit repair will restore full functionality.
It acts as the brain of the passive safety system and is specifically tailored to the E-Class station wagon (S212), which was produced between 2009 and 2016.
The control unit processes signals from acceleration sensors and other safety sensors to precisely control the activation of the restraint systems in the event of an accident.
Why is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit defective?
A Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit is often defective because internal components can fail due to overvoltage or aging, especially after an accident, where crash data is permanently stored and blocks the system. Failure can also be triggered by communication problems or faulty programming. Timely diagnosis is crucial to restoring safety and enabling a Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit repair.
Often, after a crash, non-erasable crash data is stored, which renders the system inoperable and requires repair.
Internal electronic errors, such as those caused by voltage fluctuations, can also cause the control unit to fail. This is often indicated by an illuminated airbag warning light.
Common error codes for Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate Airbag Control Unit Repair
During a Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit repair, certain error codes are typical. These indicate internal defects in the control unit itself and require a precise diagnosis. These codes often signal a failure or malfunction of the main module and activate the SRS warning light in the instrument cluster.
- B1000 → Control unit defective / communication error → Internal damage or blockage due to stored crash data.
- B1003 → Control unit internal error / defect → Malfunction of the internal electronics of the control unit.
- B119C → Control module internal error → Non-specific internal error, often associated with the airbag warning light.
- B1600 → Control unit error / SRS light on → Generalized error of the airbag control unit that activates the warning light.
- B2D92 → Control unit defective → Direct indication of a defect in the airbag control unit in the Mercedes factory diagnosis.
- AE69 → Control unit lowline internal error → Internal error indicating problems in the airbag ECU electronics.
- AD67 → SRS control unit defective (voltage problem) → Defect in the control unit, often caused by voltage fluctuations in the vehicle system.
What part numbers are available for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit repair?
For Mercedes-Benz E-Class S212 Estate airbag control unit repairs, specific OEM part numbers are relevant to ensure precise fit and function. These original control units, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz itself or by renowned suppliers such as Continental, are designed exclusively for the airbag control system and are essential for a successful repair.
Compatibility has been verified specifically for the S212 T-Model (Station Wagon) of the E-Class.
Here are the listed and confirmed OEM part numbers you need for replacement or repair:
- A2129010700 – Mercedes-Benz genuine OEM
- 2129011105 – Continental Original OEM
- A2129014204 – Mercedes-Benz genuine OEM
- A2129018508 – Mercedes-Benz genuine OEM
These part numbers are specific to airbag control units and not to sensors or other airbag components.