Google looking into Galaxy S25 Android Auto connection issues

If you’re a proud owner of Samsung’s latest Galaxy S25 and love using Android Auto to stay connected on the road, you might have hit a bumpy patch. A growing number of S25 users are reporting frustrating issues with establishing a wired connection to Android Auto, leaving them stranded without their favorite navigation, music, and messaging features. The problem has sparked a flurry of discussions online, with users sharing their struggles and potential fixes.

Across various car models — from Hyundai and Honda to Chevrolet and Mazda — Samsung Galaxy S25 users are encountering a similar issue. When attempting to connect their phones to their car’s infotainment system via USB cable, the connection either fails to establish or gets stuck in a frustrating loop.

According to user reports, the phone thinks it’s connected to Android Auto, displaying a notification like “Connected to your car.” The car’s infotainment system, however, either shows a message like “Check your phone for next steps” or simply fails to launch Android Auto altogether. Despite trying multiple USB cables, those affected have had no luck.

While the issue is undoubtedly frustrating, the good news is that the Android Auto community has been hard at work testing solutions. Here are some of the most promising fixes that have worked for users:

1. Uninstall and reinstall Android Auto

Some users found success by uninstalling the Android Auto app updates and reinstalling them. Here’s how to do it:

• Go to the Google Play Store, search for Android Auto, and select “Uninstall.”
• Once uninstalled, reinstall the app and update it to the latest version.
• Reconnect your phone to your car via USB.

This simple step has resolved the issue for several users, suggesting that the problem might be related to a glitch during the initial setup or app update process.

2. Clear Android Auto app data

If reinstalling doesn’t work, try clearing the app’s cache and data:

• Open your phone’s Settings, go to Apps, and find Android Auto.
• Force stop the app, then clear its data.
• Reconnect your phone to your car and see if the connection is restored.

The issue has gained enough traction that the Android Auto team has taken notice. In a response to a popular thread on the Android Auto forum, a community specialist acknowledged the problem and is reaching out to affected users for further details. This suggests that the team is actively investigating the issue and may release a fix in the near future.

For now, users are encouraged to keep their Android Auto app updated and monitor official channels for announcements.