Lexus Airbag Module Crash Reset Repair Service

Home › Lexus › Airbag / SRS › Lexus Airbag Module Crash Reset Repair Service Lexus Airbag Module Crash Reset & Repair Service — All Lexus Models 1995–2026 Lexus airbag module reset performed by Dan Karman — Lexus SRS module specialist since 1999, online since 2006. Full reset process documented on our YouTube channel. Reference updated April 2026. Quick answer: Every Lexus SRS airbag module from 1995 through 2026 can be bench-reset after a crash when the module is readable and not physically damaged. Lexus airbag control modules use the Toyota / Denso 89170-XXXXX part-number family across Lexus sedans, SUVs, coupes, hybrids, and EV models. Karmanauto clears EEPROM crash data, deployment records, and internal lockout flags directly from your original Lexus airbag control module and returns it plug-and-play in most cases. Jump to your Lexus model or topic: ES IS GS LS RX GX LX NX UX RC / LC Other Lexus Module Location DTC Codes 89170 Parts Process FAQ Why you need a bench reset, not a new Lexus module After a deployment or impact, the Lexus Denso-built airbag control module stores hard crash records, deployment history, pretensioner events, and internal lockout data in EEPROM memory. A scan tool can clear normal active faults, but it cannot erase the stored crash record inside the module memory. Our bench service reads the original module, clears the crash data and internal event records, preserves the original vehicle configuration where applicable, and returns your same Lexus module ready to reinstall. Covers Lexus SRS airbag control modules — Denso 89170-XXXXX part-number family across Lexus models 1995 through 2026. Crash data cleared, deployment records removed, seatbelt pretensioner fire records reset, same original Lexus airbag control module returned. Don’t want to read the whole page? Here’s how it works. Three simple steps. No dealer. Your original Lexus module back, reset and ready to install. 1 Add to Cart & Pay Complete checkout and receive your order number and ship-to address. 2 Print Receipt & Ship Include your order number in the box with your Lexus SRS module. 3 Reset & Returned We clear crash data, verify communication, and return your original module. 25 Years experience Guaranteed Crash reset free recheck Same-Day Processing before 2pm 2 Shipping locations Seatbelt locked or stuck? Read this before you ship. If your Lexus seatbelt pretensioner fired, resetting the module alone will not unlock or repair the belt. The fired belt or pretensioner must be replaced or rebuilt. Our service clears the module’s crash record and pretensioner-fire record; the physical deployed component must still be repaired. Important Lexus issue — SRS light on with crash data, even after airbags are replaced Lexus vehicles use Toyota / Denso SRS architecture. After a crash, the airbag control module can store crash data, deployment history, and pretensioner fire records that remain after airbags, seatbelts, or sensors are replaced. If the SRS light stays on after repair, the original Lexus module may still be internally locked from crash history. The correct fix is to reset the original module and repair any physically deployed airbags, seatbelts, or damaged wiring separately. Why Karmanauto — Verifiable Expertise You Can Check Before You Ship Your Module Karmanauto has been in business since 1999 and online since 2006. We are not an anonymous drop-box service. Our process is documented publicly through the Vehix411 YouTube channel and our Airbag Module Repair & Reset School, where we have trained shops and technicians since 2010. When You Need a Lexus SRS Airbag Module Reset Lexus SRS light stays on after an accident If the SRS warning light came on after a collision, fender bender, curb strike, seatbelt pretensioner event, or airbag deployment, the Lexus airbag control module may contain stored crash data that will not clear with normal scan-tool commands. Lexus seatbelt is locked after impact A locked Lexus seatbelt after an impact usually means the pretensioner fired. The module records that event, and the belt assembly itself must be replaced or rebuilt. Lexus SRS light on after airbag replacement Replacing airbags or seatbelts does not automatically clear the module’s internal crash history. The original Lexus airbag control module still needs to be reset. Lexus hybrid or EV crash shutdown records Hybrid and EV Lexus models may coordinate SRS crash events with high-voltage safety systems. Our crash reset restores the SRS module crash/event memory; any high-voltage system repairs must be handled separately according to Lexus service procedures. Dealer quoted a new airbag control module Dealer replacement can be expensive and may require configuration. In many cases, resetting the original module is faster and more cost-effective. Lexus airbag part-number coverage: If your Lexus airbag control module starts with 89170 (format 89170-XXXXX), it is supported when readable and not physically damaged. The 89170 family covers Lexus sedans, SUVs, coupes, hybrids, and EV models. If you are unsure, send a clear photo of the module label before shipping. Lexus 89170 Airbag Module Part Number Family Explained Lexus OEM catalogs commonly list the SRS computer as an Air Bag Control Module. Like Toyota, Lexus uses the Denso 89170-XXXXX airbag control module family. Examples include RC part number 89170-24170, LS part numbers 89170-50830 and 89170-50840, GX part number 89170-60F30, NX part numbers 89170-78010 and 89170-F6010, UX part number 89170-76580, and newer RZ part number 89170-46200. Lexus Model Coverage Table Lexus Model Year Range Common Module Family ES 1995–2026 89170-33 / 89170-06 / related Toyota-Lexus 89170 IS 2001–2026 89170-53 / 89170-30 / related 89170 GS 1995–2020 89170-30 / 89170-3A / related 89170 LS 1995–2026 89170-50 / 89170-5A / related 89170 RX 1999–2026 89170-48 / 89170-0E / related 89170 GX 2003–2026 89170-60 / 89170-60F / related 89170 LX 1996–2026 89170-60 / Land Cruiser platform 89170 NX 2015–2026 89170-78 / 89170-F60 / related 89170 UX 2019–2026 89170-76 / related 89170 RC 2015–2026 89170-24 / related 89170 LC 2018–2026 89170-11 / related 89170 CT 2011–2017 89170-76 / Prius-platform related 89170 HS 2010–2012 89170-75 / related 89170 RZ 2023–2026 89170-46 / EV platform 89170 Lexus SRS Diagnostic Trouble Code Reference Common Lexus SRS codes below follow Toyota / Denso SRS architecture. Exact code meaning can vary by model year and scan tool. Crash data, deployment records, and internal event memory require bench reset; physical circuit faults must be repaired in the vehicle. Crash / deployment / internal module records Crash data stored: Internal crash/event memory in the Lexus airbag control module Deployment record stored: Airbag, curtain, knee-airbag, or pretensioner deployment history B1610 / B1611: Airbag control module internal / configuration fault pattern B1620: Safing sensor / internal module fault pattern B1650: SRS power supply / crash lockout related fault pattern Driver / passenger airbag squib circuits B0100 / B0101 / B0102 / B0103 / B0104: Driver frontal airbag squib circuit faults B0105 / B0106 / B0107 / B0108 / B0109: Passenger frontal airbag squib circuit faults B0130–B0139: Knee airbag squib circuit fault patterns on equipped Lexus models Side impact / curtain / sensor faults B0110–B0119: Driver/passenger side airbag squib fault patterns B0120–B0129: Driver/passenger curtain airbag squib fault patterns B1800–B1825: Front, side, rear, or floor impact sensor fault patterns Rollover / side-curtain event stored: Internal event memory after curtain/rollover deployment on equipped models Seatbelt pretensioner & occupant system B1100 / B1101 / B1102: Driver seatbelt pretensioner circuit / fired record pattern B1110 / B1111 / B1112: Passenger seatbelt pretensioner circuit / fired record pattern B1125 / B1126: Rear pretensioner circuit faults on equipped Lexus models B1155 / B1156: Occupant classification / weight sensor fault pattern B1170 / B1171: Occupant detection module internal fault pattern What the reset actually clears Our reset clears crash-related data stored in the Lexus airbag control module: deployment records, crash event memory, pretensioner fire records, and internal lockout/event flags. Our reset does not repair physical vehicle faults such as broken wiring, open squib circuits, faulty impact sensors, bad seatbelt pretensioners, unplugged connectors, occupant classification sensor faults, or a water-damaged / burned module. Lexus SRS Module by Model Lexus ES SRS airbag module reset ES modules share Toyota Camry/Avalon platform SRS logic depending year. We reset crash data, pretensioner event memory, and deployment history from the original Lexus airbag control module. Lexus IS SRS airbag module reset IS modules commonly use Lexus/Toyota 89170-series airbag control modules. We clear crash/event data and verify communication before return. Lexus GS SRS airbag module reset GS modules store crash data and deployment history after frontal, side, curtain, or pretensioner events. We bench-reset the original airbag control module. Lexus LS SRS airbag module reset LS modules include many advanced SRS configurations with multiple airbags and pretensioner circuits. We reset crash data and internal event memory when the module is readable. Lexus RX SRS airbag module reset RX and RX Hybrid modules commonly share Toyota Highlander platform SRS architecture. We reset crash data, pretensioner fire records, and deployment history. Lexus GX SRS airbag module reset GX modules share Toyota Land Cruiser Prado / truck-platform SRS architecture. We reset crash data and deployment records from the original module. Lexus LX SRS airbag module reset LX modules share Land Cruiser platform SRS architecture with curtain, side, pretensioner, and rollover-related event memory on equipped models. Lexus NX SRS airbag module reset NX modules commonly use 89170-78 and 89170-F60 family airbag control modules. We service NX gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid SRS crash data resets. Lexus UX SRS airbag module reset UX modules commonly use 89170-76 family airbag control modules. We clear crash/event data and return the original unit. Lexus RC / LC SRS airbag module reset RC and LC modules use Lexus coupe platform SRS control units with side, curtain, knee-airbag, and pretensioner event storage. We reset crash/deployment memory from the original module. Other Lexus models We also service Lexus CT, HS, SC, RZ, LM, TX, and other Lexus SRS modules. If your part number is not listed, send a label photo before shipping. Lexus SRS Module Location Most Lexus airbag control modules are mounted in the center tunnel / center console area, usually near the floor between the front seats. Some older models may place the unit under a front seat or behind lower trim. Always disconnect the battery and wait before unplugging SRS components. The Karmanauto Lexus SRS Reset Process Intake and inspection: module is logged by order number and checked for water, burn, or connector damage. Bench communication: module is powered and communication is verified where possible. Pre-reset read: stored SRS data and memory are read and backed up. Crash data reset: crash/event records and lockout data are cleared at memory level. Post-reset verification: reset data is saved and communication is checked again. Return shipping: original module is packed and shipped back. Warranty, Turnaround, and Shipping Our guarantee: Your Lexus module data is backed up before and after reset under your order number. We guarantee the crash-data reset and provide a free recheck if reset integrity is questioned. This is not a lifetime warranty and does not cover vehicle wiring, deployed airbags, fired seatbelt pretensioners, bad sensors, occupant classification faults, wrong installation, or physically damaged modules. Turnaround: Same-day processing for modules received before 2pm when communication and reset are successful. Shipping: Include your order number, name, phone, return address, vehicle year/make/model, and VIN in the box. What Our Lexus SRS Reset Service Is Also Called Lexus airbag reset, Lexus SRS reset, Lexus airbag module reset, Lexus airbag control module reset, Lexus airbag computer reset, Lexus crash data reset, Lexus crash data clear, Lexus SRS light reset, Lexus 89170 reset, Lexus seatbelt pretensioner crash reset, Lexus airbag ECU reset. Lexus Airbag Reset — Quick Answers Can a Lexus airbag module be reset after a crash? Yes, when the original module is readable and not physically damaged. Do I need dealer programming? Most original-module resets are plug-and-play because your original configuration is retained. Will this unlock my seatbelt? No. A fired pretensioner must be replaced or rebuilt. What if my part number starts with 89170? That is the common Lexus/Toyota/Denso airbag control module family we service. Frequently Asked Questions Can a Lexus airbag module be reset after a crash? Yes. Stored crash data can usually be cleared from the original Lexus module if it is readable and not physically damaged. Can a scan tool clear Lexus crash data? A scan tool can clear normal active faults, but crash/event records stored internally usually require bench reset. Is Lexus the same as Toyota for airbag reset? Lexus uses Toyota/Denso SRS architecture and the 89170 airbag control module family, but the model coverage, luxury SRS options, hybrid systems, and part suffixes are Lexus-specific. Do you fix bad wiring, deployed parts, or seat sensors? No. We reset the module. Physical vehicle faults and deployed components must be repaired separately. What should I ship? Ship only the airbag control module. Do not ship airbags, seatbelts, or pyrotechnic parts. Related Airbag Reset Services Toyota airbag module reset & repair — Toyota uses the same 89170 Denso family. Scion airbag module reset & repair — Scion uses the same 89170 Denso family. Airbag Module Repair & Reset School — for shops and technicians who want to learn airbag reset procedures directly from Karmanauto. Operating since 2010. Watch How Our Bench Service Works Bench crash-reset demonstration. The same read/write method applies to your Lexus SRS module..