CarPlay iOS17 not working

Okay, so far on iPhone 13 Pro Max after iOS 17, 17.1.2 and 17.2 updates CarPlay doesn't work on 2021 SYNC3 Mustang, 2024 Opel SUV Hybrid in Europe, and on external screen device link with bluetooth. I can pair, verify, load data, but CarPlay never launches on vehicles. The first two say connected the third never indicates it's connected. Tried factory resets on all vehicles and external devices and clearing of CarPlay and Bluetooth Connections on iPhone, but still no CarPlay. Reset iPhone network connections, changed network access setting on iPhone as directed. Literally nothing works. So, I installed my wife's Apple 14 Pro with some version of iOS 16? on it and magically everything works on the same CarPlay devices.

So that essentially proves this is caused by iOS 17. If I had an iOS 16 backup, I'd revert, but unfortunately backup on iOS 16 started failing which is why I upgraded to iOS 17. It appears that Apple stopped testing software before launching, we're all beta testers.

Also have loaded latest firmware multiple times, so that's not the problem either.

I've also tried changing cables but that shouldn't have affected my wireless CapPlay connection device, so still iOS 17 issue.

I literally had to pull up an old iPhone mount and install on the front dash so I can navigator or borrow my wife's phone.

So Apple, please fix defective CarPlay on iOS 17 so we can stop wasting time and drive safety with handsfree.

CarPlay (MG3) stopped working for me since the ios 17.1.1 update (apple lightning to USB cable). Tried all the suggested steps but still not working. I can use Bluetooth but then I don’t get screen mirroring. So annoying.

Apple update yesterday and still not CarPlay still not working!!! This is terrible

Same for me. I have a 2023 Lexus. Since the update on my iPhone 13 my text doesn’t work. Lexus says it’s an Apple thing. I spent over an hour on the phone with Apple. No luck. End result was the support guy told me to wait for Apple to come out with a “fix” for it. No idea when!!! There’s no way to go back or take away a recent update. Nice right? I won’t be in a hurry to update anymore.

Update: iPhone 13 on iOS17. After upgrading the Kia navigation and infotainment didn't fix immediately I tried this and it is finally working. Deleted car from car play, deleted car from bluetooth. Reset car infotainment using reset button. Switched off car. Connected phone using a usb to usb-c cable confirmed to permit data transfer (it was actually one from an acer tablet charger), then switched car on. Got the 'allow car play when locked' request and approved. Car play working fully. Only taken a month...

I tried everything too. Finally resolved the issue. I have a 2020 Honda CRV. I googled "reboot infotainment center." On my car t is simply to push and hold the "power off" on the infotainment console and it will as if you want to reboot. Just select "yes." That fixed it for me.

Same with me. Lexus did try and work with me and ultimately said it is an Apple issue. I spent over an hour with Apple customer support trying to work through it trying to take pictures and video, to no avail. I am so surprised at how many people are having this issue and nothing from Apple!!

NO- for HONDA what you need to do is reboot the infoteinment. Nothing of what Apple or Honda said worked. No it is not the cables or the firmware. As simple as just rebooting! Thanks SO MUCH to @idcrume for the help! Unbelievable that neither Apple nor Honda knew this.

I have the same issue with my iPhone 11 and 2019 RAV4. Since the update to iOS 17, it suddenly will not read my text messages or allow me to send them. It was working fine before the update. I use a wired connection. Since the update, it doesn't work.

Apple carplay not working with iPhone 15 pro iOS 17.x with original Apple cable Kia Sportage 2023.

iPhone 14 pro iOS 16.x has no problems.

Both devices will connect via Bluetooth but the car play feature does not work through cable.

my next step is to update iPhone 14 pro to beta 17.x to absolutely confirm iOS incompatibility.

Will this require an iOS patch or Kia firmware.

I have a 2020 bmw m550i I bought at the beginning of the year. Had no issues with CarPlay whatsoever until iOS 17.1.2 update was installed. Ever since, it connects to idrive / Bluetooth with no issues, but as soon as you switch to CarPlay it gives an error about checking Bluetooth / WiFi connections. I am a network / IT engineer so I am very well versed in advanced troubleshooting and have been through all the reset / removal, reboot, etc procedures. if I rip everything out (pairing, etc), it will sometimes work until I shut off the car off, come back and it never works again after that. Contacted Apple support and they basically confirmed that I had already done everything they would have suggested, and told me to contact bmw to see if there was an update for idrive. There are no idrive updates, and today I installed iOS 17.2 hoping that would remedy it and it did not. At this point I feel like this is going to be nothing but two vendors pointing the finger at each other, and I really don’t have the time or care enough to jump through the hoops. Hopefully a future update will come out and fix it, or maybe someone will figure out the issue.. but for now I’m over it.

From everything I’ve read, it’s a problem with the update and Apple has yet to fix it! Since the beginning of this year people started having this problem! Fix it Apple!

If you are using a wired CarPlay connection and a USB C to USB A cable, a lot of people are having this issue. The problem seems to be the cables - many just don't seem to work. None of my existing USB C to A did. However, people reported good results with Anker products. I bought the Series 3 (link here: https://www.newegg.com/p/0S8-014F-00215?Item=9SIACCUDSW7671), which I can confirm work flawlessly in 2 separate vehicles (2017 Ford F150 and 2020 Toyota Prius Prime).

I have the same issue. iPhone 11, 2019 RAV4. Since the update, I have been having issues with CarPlay reading my texts to me and being able to respond to them or create new text messages to send. Does not work.

Greetings Erklee102381,

To ensure that you're covering all the bases, the following steps may be able to provide you with some additional assistance:

"Check your wired or wireless connection and your iPhone settings

If your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS, follow these steps—checking CarPlay after each step:

1. Check your connection to your CarPlay stereo:

• If you have a wired connection, try connecting again with a different USB cable to a different USB port if you have one.
• If you have a wireless connection, make sure that Bluetooth is turned on on your iPhone under Settings > Bluetooth. Then go to Settings > Wi-Fi, and make sure that Wi-Fi is also turned on. Tap the CarPlay network, and check that Auto-Join is turned on.

2. If CarPlay doesn't activate automatically, look for the CarPlay logo on your car's display and select it.

3. Restart your iPhone and your car. 

4. Make sure that Siri is on.

5. If your iPhone isn't detected by CarPlay, make sure that CarPlay isn't restricted. Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions. If Content & Privacy Restrictions is on, tap Allowed Apps, and make sure that CarPlay is enabled.

6. Go to Settings > General > CarPlay, tap your car, then tap Forget This Car. Then set up CarPlay again.

7. Make sure that your CarPlay stereo is using the latest firmware from the car manufacturer. Check your car's manual for more information.

If you still have issues connecting to CarPlay, contact Apple Support.

Connect your iPhone with a USB-C connector to CarPlay with the USB-C to Lightning Adapter

You can use the USB-C to Lightning Adapter with wired CarPlay in most vehicles. However, some combinations of adapters, cables, and vehicle entertainment systems might disrupt the wired CarPlay connection. In this situation or for cars that support only wired CarPlay, use a direct connection with a USB cable.

Learn more about the USB-C to Lightning Adapter"

You can find more details here: If you need help with CarPlay

If CarPlay is still not working as expected, follow this link to connect with Apple directly: Get Support

Take care.