Some Galaxy S24 users are having issues running Android Auto in their cars. Samsung has acknowledged the issue and said that the issue lies with the cars and not the Galaxy S24 series itself or Google's software. So, they might need to wait for a software update from their car manufacturer.
Some SEAT, Skoda, and Volkswagen cars are having Android Auto issues on Galaxy S24
Apparently, some cars from SEAT, Skoda, and Volkswagen are having issues or are unable to project the Android Auto screen on their infotainment units. The problem appears to be pretty widespread in those cars, which forced Samsung UK to create a separate support page for that issue and steps that users can take to minimize those issues. Apparently, all three car makers are already working on a fix for that issue and will release it via a software update. Samsung said the following:
“Some users have reported that they are unable to use Android Auto to connect their Galaxy S24 to their Volkswagen, Skoda, or SEAT cars. If you are experiencing this issue, try the steps below.
If none of these steps resolve your issue, please contact your Volkswagen, Skoda, or SEAT customer centre or service centre. These manufacturers have confirmed that they are working on software updates for the affected vehicles.”
The troubleshooting tips mentioned on Samsung's website include trying different USB cables, checking the car's infotainment units to see if there is any setting that prevents Android Auto from starting, and updating the Android Auto app to the latest version on the Galaxy S24 series device.
In Volkswagen cars, the issue surrounds how IP addresses are used while running Android Auto. Google changed how IP addresses are used for hotspots since Android 11 (Galaxy S24 uses Android 14), and that change wasn't included by Volkswagen, which is causing Android Auto issues on the company's cars.
