Can Airbag Control Module be repaired rather than replaced?

[Rhunster]

Does anyone know if airbag control modules can be repaired rather than completely replaced?
I had mine diagnosed with a VAGCOM as -
Airbag Front +Seite 2008
1 Fault Found:-
65535 - internal control module memory error
00-10 - - - intermittent

I've had a quote for £360 ex VAT/labour for a replacement. Seems like a lot of money for a problem that appeared 'out of the blue' for no apparent reason.

I read elsewhere that a German fella can repair them (advertises on ebay)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4553257145
but could this really be trusted?
Any thoughts or suggestions would be most welcome.
Cheers
Rhunster

 

[Rhunster]

Quick follow up...
Audi could not repair the module, and had to replace the unit.
Original Airbag control module unit had part number:-
8L0 959 655 G
Replaced with 8L0 959 655 L

Price for unit was £261 ex VAT.
3 hours labour.
All in price for repair was £589.62.

Very expensive indeed, but essential because of the safety aspect. Someone could be making a living from repairing these modules if they had the know-how.

Roll on pay day..I'm now skint.