Uconnect Software Version 18.45.01 (TRUSTED)

If the update is available for your VIN, follow these steps to install it manually using a USB drive:

Uconnect Software Version 18.45.01 is a critical firmware update for vehicles equipped with the 8.4-inch (RA3/VP3 or RA4/VP4) infotainment systems. Released primarily to address navigation and system stability issues, this version is often the final or highest firmware level available for many 2013–2017 model year vehicles.

To create and send a text message using , you must have a compatible smartphone paired via Bluetooth. This version supports hands-free voice texting, which allows you to compose and send messages without taking your hands off the wheel. Steps to Create and Send a Text

The system will detect the update and prompt you to begin the installation. Uconnect Software Version 18.45.01

✅ Install it. Your Uconnect will thank you.

Delete existing pairings, then re-pair after the update. In Bluetooth settings, enable “Media Audio” and “Phone Audio” separately. This prevents connection conflicts.

Version 18.45.01 updates the navigation application but the map data. For updated roads and POIs, you’ll need to purchase a map update from HERE Navigation (costs $99–$149). If the update is available for your VIN,

Before attempting an update, verify your vehicle's current firmware level.

When shifting from Reverse to Drive, the camera is supposed to stay on for a few seconds (if enabled). Version 18.45.01 prevents that camera view from freezing or flickering.

Because official over-the-air (OTA) support for this specific older version has largely concluded, you will need to retrieve the file using your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Visit the official website. Enter your 17-digit VIN. This version supports hands-free voice texting, which allows

Owners should back up settings where possible, ensure the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged or connected, and avoid interrupting the update process. Installation can take from a few minutes to over an hour depending on the size of the update and the vehicle.

Do you have a computer available to format the USB drive?

: It serves as a necessary bridge for vehicles that missed earlier over-the-air (OTA) updates. How to Check if You Need It

Your vehicle's 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Step 1: Download the Update Files Visit the official DriveUconnect update website. Enter your vehicle's .

An inability for the vehicle to accurately track its location on the map.