Radio Over The Air Uconnect R1L Radio Software Update to R160 Customers may experience one or more of the...

Bulletin number

0818523

Component

Electrical system

Summary

Radio Over The Air Uconnect R1L Radio Software Update to R160 Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Media source changes to AM after the theme mode is changed (ex. headlights on - dark mode). ? Audio cuts out at volume levels 30 or above. ? System switches to Wireless after key cycle, profile change, or theme mode change. ? Wireless phone interface freezes after user accepts incoming call when in a conference call. ? Wi-Fi Hotspot gets disabled automatically when turning the vehicle ignition off for a long period. ? Loss of SXM/AM/FM presets. ? Blank Screen and Home Screen Loading. (Rearview Camera not affected). ? Radio Reboot. (Rearview Camera not affected). This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Firmware Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The radio software will be updated from 136.10.04, 139.01.53 and 145.00.15 to R160. NOTE: The national launch for the FOTA is expected to begin April 17, 2023.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 359 complaints in the electrical category.