Rivian Software: Simple fix for missing navigation

Rivian Connect+ Requirement: Change in Policy or Glitch?

Rivian Mom · 2025-05-15T14:45:12+00:00

I've been using my phone's hotspot for months, and my Rivian connects to it automatically to run TuneIn and Spotify through the built-in apps on the main display. To be clear, this wasn’t Bluetooth streaming but actual phone data, and the apps worked perfectly without any issues. In Monday for the first time, I saw a Connect+ message pop up, even though the truck was linked to my phone’s data. I can still stream from my phone using Bluetooth, but the sound quality and user experience weren’t as good. This issue started between over-the-air software updates, though it might be tied to a specific date in the system. I tried a soft reset, but nothing changed. Has anyone heard if Rivian changed their policy on this? I remember Connect+ used to mention it provided "data" for streaming apps, suggesting you could use your own data instead. Now, it seems like you need Connect+ just to access the apps at all. I was surprised they allowed phone hotspots to work before, so this might be a deliberate change. I’m okay with paying for Connect+ if this isn’t just a temporary glitch. Any insights would be appreciated.

J's Rivian

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Mar 21, 2025

This is a really short thread about a simoke fix for anyone who might be experiencing missing navigation after an update.

So if you are missing navigation voice guidance post-OTA and soft reset doesn't fix it?

There's no need to panic or even reach out to your SC rep for a fix. It's really simple and anyone can fix it themselves. Just go to vehicle settings > apps > Alexa. Sign out and then back in. Once you do that, you're fine and good to go.

I would try to post more tips like this cause I know how helpful they can be for Rivian owners.

Rivian Software: Simple fix for missing navigation

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