Subaru Infotainment Not Working? Quick Fixes for Black Screen, Freezing & Bluetooth Issues

Here at Granite Subaru of Hudson, NH, we're always here to help you with vehicle troubleshooting. Whether you have a brand-new car that is acting funny or you have a pre-owned Subaru needing a technology reset, let our industry experts lend a hand. On top of that, we are here to bring you in for a service appointment if at-home troubleshooting does not work, so please do not hesitate to reach out and get scheduled. With that said, let's break down what steps you can take if your Subaru infotainment is not powering on.

What Do I Do if My Subaru Infotainment Stops Working?

If you run into a glitching infotainment system in your Subaru, the first thing to try is a soft system reset. You will do this by pressing and holding the power/volume knob (or both the volume and tuning knobs on newer models) for 15 to 20 seconds, until the Subaru logo appears on the infotainment screen. This is the best first way to try and remedy any ongoing infotainment-related problems, and should reset your electronics to be back to normal.

Note: The best thing to do if your Subaru infotainment is not working is to perform a soft reset. This does not require any vehicle disassembly or electrical modification.

What Happens if My Subaru Infotainment Reset Fails?

If, after trying a soft infotainment reset in your Subaru, our team at Granite wants you to also check your battery's health. This would be the 12V car battery terminal, which, if experiencing an issue, could also be tied to your car's internal tech and infotainment glitching, going black, or simply not turning on at all. Depending on your skill and comfort level, you can try disconnecting the 12V battery to perform a hard reset of the infotainment system, although we do not recommend this to people who are unfamiliar with how the 12V battery works.

How Granite Subaru Can Help with a Subaru Infotainment System Problem

Our friendly service and sales team at Granite Subaru in Hudson, NH, also wants to remind you that we can schedule you for a maintenance appointment here on site. If you have tried at-home methods without success, that is when a certified technician needs to get into your car and check additional electrical components. We are here to perform manufacturer-approved repairs and replacements on your new or used Subaru, plus we offer service appointments every week from Monday to Saturday.

Schedule an Appointment with Granite Subaru in Hudson, NH

Whether you have a Subaru infotainment system that's not working or general questions about sales, financing, or maintenance, the team here in Hudson, NH, is always happy to help. We are a full-scale Subaru dealership and repair expert here in the community, and we are happy to help repair any broken or glitching infotainment systems your car might have. All you need to do is schedule with us online through the website, by phone, through your Subaru app, or by walking in.