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CarPlay not working with iOS 16: How to Fix [10 Methods]

In this guide, we will show you various methods to fix the issue of CarPlay not working with iOS 16. The sixteenth iteration of the OS has recently been rolled out by the Cupertino giant. And with that, there are a slew of noteworthy and intriguing features that you would be welcoming to your device. These include the ability to unsend and edit messages, Always on Display, lock screen widget customizations, revamped Live text and Focus Mode, and plenty more.

On the flip side though, this OS build isn’t free from its fair share of issues either. As of now, numerous users have voiced their concern that the CarPlay is not working with their iPhones running the latest iOS 16. If you are also getting bugged with this issue, then this guide will make you aware of numerous handy workarounds to rectify this bug. Follow along for the fixes.

How to Fix CarPlay not working with iOS 16

CarPlay not working iOS 16

It is recommended that you try out each of the below-mentioned workarounds and then see which one spells out success for you. So with that in mind, let’s get started.

FIX 1: Verify Car and Region Compatibility

Not every car supports Apple’s CarPaly and likewise, this feature isn’t supported in every country. So before trying out any of the below-listed tweaks, we would recommend you double-check that the feature is compatible with your car and the region where you live.

CarPlay not working iOS 16

FIX 2: Force Reboot Device and Restart Car

You should start off by trying out the basic troubleshooting tip, which involves restarting your device. While it may sound like an obvious fix but trust us, in most instances, a simple reboot is enough to rectify most of the issues.

  1. So press and hold the Power and one of the Volume buttons to bring up the power menu.
  2. Then drag the slider to the right to restart your device.CarPlay not working iOS 16
  3. Likewise, restart your car and then re-establish the connection.
  4. Check if it fixes the CarPlay not working with iPhone 14/Plus/Pro/Max.

If the issue is still there, then your next course of action is to force reboot your device. Here’s how it could be done:

  1. First off, press and release the Volume Up button.
  2. Then press and release the Volume Down button.
  3. Now press and hold the Power button until the Apple logo appears.CarPlay not working iOS 16
  4. Once that happens, release the Power key. The forced reboot is now complete.
  5. Now restart your car as well and then re-establish the CarPlay connection.
  6. Check if it fixes the CarPlay not working with iPhone 14/Plus/Pro/Max.

FIX 3: Re-Enable CarPlay

Your next course of action should be to disable and re-enable CarPlay. This will refresh its underlying settings and could well rectify the issue that we are currently dealing with. So refer to the below steps to give it a try right away:

  1. To begin with, head over to Settings > General.
  2. Then go to CarPlay and disable the toggle next to it.
  3. After that, wait for a few seconds and re-enable it.
  4. Now re-establish the CarPlay connection and check out the results.

FIX 4: Re-Enable Siri

If Apple’s personal assistant isn’t working along the expected lines, then its repurcuissions might be faced by CarPlay. Therefore, you should consider disabling and then re-enabling Siri, using the instructions given below.

  1. To begin with, head over to Settings > Siri & Search.
  2. Then disable Listen for Hey Siri, Press Side Button for Siri, and Allow Siri When Locked.
  3. After that, wait for a few seconds, and then re-enable all these three features.
  4. Check if it fixes the CarPlay not working with iPhone 14/Plus/Pro/Max.

FIX 5: Allow CarPlay While Locked

If “Allow CarPlay While Locked” is not enabled, then you would not be able to use CarPlay if your device is locked [until and unless you manually relock it, which could prove to be quite risky while you are driving]. So you. should consider enabling this feature right away and then check out the results:

  1. To begin with, head over to Settings > General.
  2. Then go to CarPlay and select your car from the list.
  3. After that, tap on Allow CarPlay While Locked.CarPlay not working iOS 16
  4. If it’s already enabled, then disable and re-enable it.
  5. Check if it fixes the CarPlay not working with iPhone 14/Plus/Pro/Max.

FIX 6: Remove Restrictions from CarPlay App

If the CarPlay app is under Content & Privacy Restrictions, then it might not be able to function in this restrictive environment. Therefore, you should consider removing it from that restriction and then check out the results. Here’s how:

  1. To begin with, head over to  Settings > Screen Time.
  2. Then go to Content & Privacy Restrictions > Allowed Apps.CarPlay not working iOS 16
  3. Now enable the toggle next to CarPlay.
  4. Check if it fixes the CarPlay not working with iPhone 14/Plus/Pro/Max.

FIX 7: Verify Wired Connection

If you have established a wired connection, then try using a different USB cable as well as a different USB port [if available]. it is recommended that you use an Apple Lightning to USB cable.CarPlay not working iOS 16

FIX 8: Verify Wireless Connection

If you are trying to connect wirelessly to the CarPlay, then here are a couple of things that you should try:

  • First off, make sure to enable Bluetooth. If it is already enabled, then disable and re-enable it.
  • In some instances, other Bluetooth devices might conflict with the CarPlay connection.CarPlay not working iOS 16
  • So you should temporarily remove all the other connected and even paired Bluetooth devices and then try establishing the connection with CarPlay.

FIX 9: Update Firmware

In some instances, the CarPlay issue might arise due to a buggy software update. In such cases, Apple is usually quick to roll out a subsequent patch. So if there is a pending update, then make sure to grab hold of it right away. Here’s how:

  1. Head over to Settings > General > Software Update.
  2. If you see a pending update, then download it.CarPlay not working iOS 16
  3. Once the update is installed, restart your device.
  4. Check if it fixes the CarPlay not working issue with iPhone 14/Plus/Pro/Max.

FIX 10: Re-Setup CarPlay

If none of the aforementioned methods managed to spell out success, then your last course of action should be to remove the connected CarPlay from your device and then set it up from scratch. Here’s how it could be done:

  1. Head over to Settings > General > CarPlay.
  2. Then select your car and tap Forget This Car.CarPlay not working iOS 16
  3. After that, go to CarPlay and tap Available Cars.
  4. Then re-set up the CarPlay and check out the results.

That’s it. These were the ten different methods that shall help you fix the issue of CarPlay not working with iPhone 14/Plus/Pro/Max. If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution at the earliest.

UPDATE 1: Carplay not working with iOS 16.3.1

Many users have reported that CarPlay is not working on their iPhones after installing the latest iOS 16.3.1 update. Moreover, even the iOS 16.4 beta build is currently affected by this issue, so the issue might be more deep-rooted than it initially looked. With that said, the aforementioned listed tweaks should help you rectify this issue.

Carplay not working with iOS 16.3.1


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