Used Nissan Pulsar Airbag Control Module

Yes, the Nissan Pulsar (the C13 generation sold in the UK from 2014 to 2018) was fitted with a supplemental restraint system (SRS) including an airbag control module as standard across its trim range. The module manages the airbag deployment signals and seat belt pretensioners, and is located under the centre console or beneath a seat. If your Pulsar has been in a collision and the airbags have deployed, the module will need replacing as it is a single-use component that cannot be reset for reuse in most cases.

Both the 2015 and 2017 Pulsar fall within the same C13 generation (2014–2018), so they share the same broad platform and SRS architecture. However, whether the module from a 2015 car is fully compatible with a 2017 car's specific SRS system configuration is something you should confirm with the breaker against your exact registration, as software calibration and connector variants can differ across production years. Never fit a second-hand airbag control module without professional installation and system verification, as this is a safety-critical component.

Trim level can affect airbag fitment on the Pulsar because higher trims such as the Tekna came with additional side curtain or seat-mounted airbags compared to entry-level Visia or mid-range Acenta variants, meaning the control module may need to manage a different number of channels. You should confirm with the breaker that the module from the donor car matches the SRS configuration of your specific trim, particularly if you are sourcing from a different trim level than your own. Professional fitting and a post-installation diagnostic check are strongly recommended given the safety implications.

The UK-market C13 Nissan Pulsar was sold as a 5-door hatchback, so door count is not a variable you need to worry about when sourcing a replacement module for this model. What matters more is that the module matches your generation and trim level's SRS configuration, which you should confirm with the breaker against your registration. Always have the module professionally installed and the SRS system checked with diagnostic equipment before driving the vehicle.

Airbag control modules are safety-critical components and Findapart strongly recommends professional fitting by a qualified technician rather than DIY installation. Incorrect fitting or handling of SRS components can cause accidental airbag deployment, which can cause serious injury, or may leave the system in a state where airbags fail to deploy in a real collision. A professional will also be able to carry out the necessary diagnostic reset and confirmation that the replacement module is communicating correctly with your Pulsar's SRS system.

Give the breaker your vehicle's full registration number so they can check the part against your specific car, as compatibility with the SRS system, pretensioner variants, and software calibration should be confirmed rather than assumed even within the same generation. Check that the module comes from a car where the airbags did not deploy, since a deployed system renders the module non-reusable. Once fitted by a professional, the SRS warning light should be cleared and the system verified to be functioning correctly before the vehicle is returned to use.