If Android Auto keeps crashing, this update may finally save your commute
Android Police 2026-07-12 11:59:39
Context: Google has released an update for Android Auto, version 17.3, which aims to fix bugs and crashes caused by the previous update, version 17.2. The new update promises to resolve issues that affected users regardless of their Android operating system or device manufacturer. This update is a must-download for regular Android Auto users.
Key Facts
- Google pushed out an update for Android Auto, version 17.3, which focuses solely on fixing bugs and crashes caused by the previous update, version 17.2.
- Android Auto 17.2 started causing problems last week, after it began to widely roll out to users, and the issues were device and operating system agnostic.
- The update to Android Auto 17.3 will roll out slowly across the user base, but users can expedite the process by downloading the APK directly onto their device and installing it manually.
- The changelog for Android Auto 17.3 only lists "bug fixes and other improvements", with no additional changes, improvements, or features added to the app.
- Users who depend on Android Auto and have been experiencing issues since the last update can take steps to obtain the update early, including potentially enabling developer options on their device.