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Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit repair

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Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV 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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Our estimated repair time for this product is about: 3–4 business days

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Specifications

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Series
X164 SUV (2006-2012)
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV
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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 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit?

The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit is the central safety unit that activates all occupant restraint systems in the event of an accident. It continuously monitors sensors, stores relevant crash data, and ensures the proper and safe deployment of all airbag modules in the vehicle.

This electronic control unit is crucial for the vehicle's passive safety. It coordinates the functions of seat belt pretensioners, airbags, and other restraint systems.

The system is continuously monitored to ensure reliable protection if necessary.

Why is the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit defective?

A Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit can malfunction due to internal electronic errors, communication problems, or stored crash data that impairs functionality after an accident. Such failures urgently require a professional Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit repair to restore full safety.

Typical causes include overvoltage damage, corrosion caused by moisture, or age-related wear and tear on components. A failure often leads to the airbag warning light illuminating.

After a crash, the control unit stores data that renders it unusable until a reset occurs. Internal memory errors can also damage the module.

Common error codes for Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit repair

Specific error codes directly indicate problems with the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit and are crucial for diagnosis. When repairing the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit, codes B1000, B1600, and B9111 are typical indicators of a defect in the control unit itself.

  • B1000 → Control unit communication error → Data transmission fault or internal module defect.
  • B1600 → Control unit defective → Serious internal hardware or software error in the module.
  • B9111 → Internal control unit error → Unrecoverable internal system error, requires repair or replacement.

What part numbers are available for the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit repair?

For Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV airbag control unit repairs, several original OEM part numbers are relevant to ensure compatibility with your vehicle. These numbers, such as A1648207426 or A1648205785, identify the exact replacement part for a successful repair or replacement.

The following Mercedes-Benz OEM part numbers are verified for the GL X164 SUV airbag control unit.

Always check the exact match with your vehicle identification number for repair.

  • A1648207426
  • A1648205785
  • A1648208126
  • A1648208026
  • A1648209685

These numbers guarantee compatibility with your Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X164 SUV, and partly also with the ML W164.

Other manufacturer numbers from suppliers such as Bosch are often not directly visible to end customers, as Mercedes-Benz assigns its own OEM numbers.

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What our customers say

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Zsolt SzabóZsolt Szabólast week

„Works like a charm!“

LeolyLeoly4 weeks ago

„Everything went perfectly, I can only recommend it.“

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ka irgendwaska irgendwas2 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 GoldammerGerd Goldammer2 days ago

„Airbag control unit Fiat 500 was broken. Hard to believe but they can really repair it! Recommendation!!“

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Christian MaegerleinChristian Maegerlein4 days ago

„Everything worked out great! Read out fault memory, sent it in, received offer and sent in the defective control unit. Got it back repaired after 3 days, price exactly as in the offer. It can't get any better 👍“

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Toni BuienToni Buien5 days ago

„Uncomplicated service. Fast and thorough. Can only recommend.“

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Edin AvdicEdin Avdic6 days ago

„All great, fast delivery. Thanks.“

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Andrej IvanovAndrej Ivanovlast week

„100% satisfied. Everything handled very professionally and transparently. Only the return shipping took too long. This was however due to UPS and less to Aairbag24. Thank you very much“

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Dennis WeDennis Welast week

„VAG airbag control unit with error B2000 00 reliably repaired. Price very high in comparison, but everything worked out. No exact protocol of what was carried out, probably just newly flashed“

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Tokeh TokehTokeh Tokehlast week

„A great shop, even when there are sometimes problems. There are quick responses and very good help. I can only recommend the shop. Thank you very much“

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„Ok.“

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