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Mercedes-Benz GL X164 airbag control unit repair

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

The Mercedes-Benz GL X164 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 X164 airbag control unit defective?

A Mercedes-Benz GL X164 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 X164 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 X164 airbag control unit repair

Specific error codes directly indicate problems with the Mercedes-Benz GL X164 airbag control unit and are crucial for diagnosis. When repairing the Mercedes-Benz GL X164 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 X164 airbag control unit repair?

For Mercedes-Benz GL X164 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 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, 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

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

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

Had the error SRS Airbag Service urgent on my Volvo C30. At Volvo they could only determine that the error with code CFFF cannot be reset. Proposed solution 865 € for a new module, plus removal and installation and codin…

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fb liquifb liqui2 months ago

Fast repair, top, friendly quick contact also for Luxembourg. Gladly again Greetings Serge

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Serge BruckSerge Bruck2 months ago

At first sight I had no confidence. But I don't regret it. Repair ordered, calculator sent, within a few days I had the diagnosis and the payment order. As soon as the payment was made my calculator came back in perfect…

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Adrian DEGACHEAdrian DEGACHE2 months ago

Everything worked out

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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

Everything Top

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FrankFrank2 months ago

Fast, simple and uncomplicated

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Marvin ÖzdenMarvin Özden2 months ago

This company is top. They answer questions immediately. Despite holidays everything went really fast. Simply a great company.

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Horst ReiskeHorst Reiske2 months ago

What should I say normally, 5 stars are too few TOP I am MEGA satisfied. Can only recommend it. Greetings Thomas Umlauf

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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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