What causes the infotainment system to stop working?

What causes the infotainment system to stop working?

In fact, in our most recent exclusive Auto Survey, one of the most common reliability complaints from owners of newer models involved infotainment problems, such as when the display screen goes blank or freezes, or the navigation system stops working properly.

Are there any problems with the GM infotainment system?

The suit says that GM dealers refuse to replace or repair the faulty infotainment systems and that the automaker will not issue a recall for the problems. GM has not yet issued a software update for the IOR 7-inch system that might address the purported problems, either.

What to do if your infotainment system freezes?

Press “home” and the fast-forward button for 10 seconds. This sounds like a situation where you’d want to try to reboot the infotainment system rather than fiddling for so long. Press “home” and the fast-forward button for 10 seconds. Click to expand… Yep, next time. Just figured it out after reading this thread.

What do you call the infotainment system on a car?

Or this which is called the Infotainment System. I assume you’re talking about the Infotainment System and this has happened to several people on this forum.

Why does my GM infotainment system not work?

GM previously issue a technical service bulletin pertaining to this issue, which indicated the system’s audio volume may “ramp up to maximum without input to the volume controls.” Additionally, some users report that when on a Bluetooth audio call, the ringer sound will not stop for the duration of the call.

Is there an update for GM infotainment 22.8?

Users may have experienced this issue following the GM infotainment 22.8 radio software update. This update may have been performed either from the dealer, or via an over-the-air update. Earlier this year, GM advised dealers and customers that it was aware of the issue and was working towards a workable solution.

What to do if your infotainment system won’t reboot?

If the reboot doesn’t work or you have to reboot on a weekly or daily basis, you should take the car to your dealership, Yu says. There, the dealer can update your firmware or inspect the system for a hardware problem. And you should be aware that electronics often have a shorter warranty than other parts of the car, Yu says.

How much does GM infotainment system cost per year?

Make $60k-$80k per year doing what you love. We are also looking for an experienced forum moderator to join our team. See details here. Some owners have reported an issue with their GM infotainment system wherein their favorite selections will be grayed out and inaccessible.

What’s the best way to use the infotainment system?

Limit your glances at the vehicle displays and focus your attention on driving. Use voice commands whenever possible. The infotainment system has built-in features intended to help avoid distraction by disabling some functions when driving.

What kind of processors are used in infotainment systems?

High-end DSPs and GPUs to support multiple displays: New age infotainment systems are powered by powerful automotive processors designed for advanced IVI systems.

In fact, in our most recent exclusive Auto Survey, one of the most common reliability complaints from owners of newer models involved infotainment problems, such as when the display screen goes blank or freezes, or the navigation system stops working properly.

The suit says that GM dealers refuse to replace or repair the faulty infotainment systems and that the automaker will not issue a recall for the problems. GM has not yet issued a software update for the IOR 7-inch system that might address the purported problems, either.

What to do when your infotainment screen is blank?

The reboot didn’t work like someone on thid site suggested but i did get it back when i hit the forward button ( not sure if just a coincidence) . after I lost the 3rd time i found out or discovered i did have some control over the radio even with the screen blank but only from the steering wheel . The under side buttons still work .

Is there a problem with the IOR infotainment system?

The purported problems are only found on the IOR seven-inch infotainment system and not the larger 8-inch system that is found in many of the same vehicles. Subscribe to GM Authority for more General Motors legal news, General Motors quality news and around-the-clock General Motors news coverage.