The 3G mobile network was onceIt is one of the most innovative inventions in the world. It feels outdated today. fifth-generation(5G), even sixth-generationNetworks will soon dominate the tech industry (6G).

In fact, 3G will soon be extinct — and that could mean bad news for your car.

All major mobile carriers plans to shut downThis year’s 3G network was removed to allow for more mobile bandwidth in preparation of 5G network rollouts. Your smartphones and tablets that were bought within the last decade should be capable of 4G, so they will likely remain unaffected.

Your car may be an entirely different story.

As multiple auto blogsRecent reports have indicated that the 3G shut down will impact dozens of vehicles manufactured between 2010-2021. You will be unable to update traffic and location data on some cars while you are navigating. Other cars may not be capable of connecting to your phone, voice assistants, or emergency service services.

If you’re driving certain models from Honda, Nissan or Volvo, you might need to act before AT&T’s 3G shutdown date in February. Verizon-aligned companies like Lexus or Toyota may have more time. Verizon states that the 3G shutdown will occur “.no later“. T-Mobile has plans for shut downBetween March and July, Sprint 3G and T-Mobile 3G were available.

Some major auto companies have released information on which of their car models will be affected by the shutdown — and what steps owners can take, if any, to ensure that their cars don’t lose certain connected features once the shutdown occurs.

Stellantis and Bentley are two other carmakers that have confirmed some models will be affected.

Below is a list of all publicly-known affected models.

Acura: 

• MDX models manufactured between 2014 and 2017.
• ILX 2016-2017
• RDX (2016-2017).
• RDX (2019-2021).
• RLX, 2014-2016
• TLX (2015)-2017
• NSX (2017)

Acura’s websiteAcuraLink is a 3G service that allows you to identify seven vehicle models, which include real-time traffic, maintenance reminders and emergency calls. It also offers enhanced roadside assistance and services like personal concierge and improved roadside assistance. Honda owns the Japanese luxury brand.

Audi: 

• A3 e-Tron (2016-2018)
• A4/Allroad (2013-2018)
• A5 (2013-2018)
• A6 (2012-2015)
• A7 (2012-2015)
• A8 (2012-2018)
• RS 5 (2019).
• Q3 (2015-2018)
• Q5 (2013-2018)
• Q7 (2012-2018)

Each of the 10 Audi models affected by 3G will have a separate page. Audi’s websiteThis overview provides a list of all the lost connected features, including online roadside assistance, stolen vehicle locator and real-time fuel price information and traffic light information.

German luxury carmaker Mercedes advises customers to go to a dealer in order to disable their 3G service. Otherwise, the shutdown will cause the vehicles to “display a warning message…and emit an audible chime to warn the driver the vehicle is not connected and emergency services are not available.”

Audi, Mojio and an auto-software company Mojio were also present in December announcedAn update to the hardware should enable owners of affected models to connect with 4G networks.

BMW:

BMW was founded in April 2021. an FAQ pageIt is important to note that any “vehicles factory-equipped with 3G Telematics devices, or retrofitted 2-G vehicles”, will be disconnected completely from ConnectedDrive’s and BMW Assist services. Although it was not possible to determine which model is included in the page, The Drive states that you are safe to drive if your vehicle dates back to 2019.

BMW stated that it will contact the owners of affected vehicles to let them know if they are eligible for a free upgrade. The FAQ page states that not all cars are eligible.

General Motors

The problem could even affect relatively old General Motors automobiles: Last year, CM (and its OnStar connected features platform) were affected. announced3G will be shutting down for “certain model-year 2015 and later GM vehicles.”

To prepare for the shutdown in October, GM offered wireless software updates. OnStar states that it will be available starting February. OnStar says that some cars will get the update automatically, and others will see a prompt to allow the installation.

OnStar’s website states that the updates will go on until all affected cars have been updated.

Honda:

• Accord Touring (2018-2025)
• Odyssey’s Elite and Touring versions (2018-2025)
• Insight Touring (2019-2010)
• Passport’s Touring & Elite Versions (2019-2021).
• Versions of Pilot’s Elite, Touring and Black Edition (2019-2022).

Honda’s websiteThe date of the 3G shut down will impact a few models, according to the company. It is providing a wireless software upgrade that will enable car features such as remote locking and enhanced roadside assistance.

Lexus:

According to LexusAll models manufactured by Toyota’s luxury brand will suffer from the 3G shut down, as well GX models beginning in 2018. All connected services for these cars will be shut down on October 31st 2022. Features like enhanced roadside assistance and automatic collision notification will cease to work permanently.

Toyota and Lexus still haven’t revealed any plans to provide software or hardware updates.

Nissan:

• Altima (2016)-2017
• GT-R (2017-2018)
• Maxima (2016)-2017 
• 2017 Murano
• 2017 Pathfinder
• Rogue (2016-2017) 
• Rogue Sport (2017-2018) 
• Sentra (2016-2018)
• TITAN 2016-2017, and 2017 TITAN XD
• Some 2011-2015 LEAF electric cars with 3G telematics upgraded

This December Nissan told Jalopnik that its affected vehicles will lose 3G connectivity with AT&T’s shutdown in February, and that the company has contacted vehicle owners to inform them of the issue. Nissan recommends that you call 1-855-426-66628 if you don’t hear back from Nissan about your vehicle.

Nissan hasn’t yet revealed any plans to provide hardware and software upgrades for affected owners.

Porsche:

• 911 (2017-2019)
• 918 Spyder (2014)
• 718 (2017-2021)
• Cayenne (2015-2019)
• Macan, 2017-2018
• Panamera (2014-2018)

According to Porsche’s website, the 3G connectivity will be cut off for all of the vehicles mentioned above on February 22. This will affect safety, security, and remote features. website. Porsche says that not all vehicles are eligible for the technology upgrade in order to preserve their connectivity features.

According to the company’s website, it will inform car owners via email whether their vehicle is eligible for an upgrade.

Subaru: 

• Crosstrek 2016-2019
• Forester (2016-2018)
• Legacy (2016-2018).
• Impreza (2016-2018)
• WRX (2017-2018).
• WRX STI 2017-2018
• Outback (2016-2018).

You can find it at websiteSubaru, the Japanese automaker, has announced that its 7 affected models will experience 3G connectivity issues in February. This could affect features such as “SOS Emergency Assistance” and remote locking and unlocking your vehicle. Subaru subscribers can receive a free software update if they subscribe to the Starlink Safety Plus and Security Plus services.

Tesla:

The July issue of Tesla announcedIf the owners do not pay $200, their Model S Luxury sedans will become disconnected from LTE network connectivity.

Model S sedans affected by the upgrade will be without a number of connected features including wireless software upgrades, live traffic data and music streaming. Tesla’s Summon feature — which allows owners to remotely call their car in a parking lot to come pick them up nearby without a driver.

Toyota: 

• 4Runner (2010-2019)
• Avalon (2013-2018)
• Camry (2013)-2017
• Highlander (2014-2018)
• Land Cruiser (2011)-2017
• Mirai (2016)-2017
• Prius (2010-2016)
• Prius Plug-in (2012-2015)
• Prius V (2012-2016)
• RAV4 EV (2012)-2014
• Sienna (2011-2017)

Toyota’s websiteThe company has announced that 3G connectivity will be discontinued for the affected models starting November 1. Company advisesToyota customers are asked to call a dealership prior to December 1st to find out if they qualify for a complimentary software upgrade and to make an appointment.

Toyota claims that your car will not be eligible for the program. This means you won’t have access to emergency and roadside services, such as automatic collision notifications, enhanced roadside, or vehicle location assistance in case of theft.

Volkswagen: 

• Atlas (2018-2019)
• Arteon (2018-2019)
• Beetle (2014-2019)
• CC (2014)-2018
• Eos (2014-2017)
• Multiple Golf Editions (2014-2019).
• Jetta (2014-2019)
• Passat (2014-2019)
• Tiguan (2014)-2019

VolkswagenYou don’t need to pay anything if the ‘connected’ features are made available on a subscription basis. If you own one of these models, and have an active CarNet subscription, February will see you lose access to features such as emergency and roadside assistance, vehicle health reports, and remote fuel check.

VW’s websiteAccording to Car-Net, “additional information” will be made available to customers in the following months for those who would like to keep using Car-Net’s platform during the shutdown. Customers should also “please return closer to” the February shutdown date.

Volvo:

• S60 (2015.5-2018
• V60 (2015.5-2018)
• V60 Cross Country (2015).5-2018
• XC60 (2015.5-2017)
• XC70 (2015.5-2016)
• XC90 (2016)

Volvo’s mobile partner is AT&T, which means the affected vehicles will lose 3G connectivity in February. This will affect features like real-time traffic updates as well as in-car access the Volvo On Call app, which offers remote track and emergency assistance.

Swedish Company’s websiteIt promises an upgrade of at least some For more information, owners of these vehicles should fill out an electronic form. 

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