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CarPlay text dictation stopped working

I have a 2020 Toyota Prius. CarPlay has been working flawlessly with my iPhone 13 until about 2 months ago when text dictation stopped working. I can prompt Siri to start a text but it doesn’t hear the message I want to send. It just times out. Other requests like asking for directions or time-of-day work fine.


I got a loaner car a few days ago (‘21 Camry) and tested text dictation using my phone and cable in that car. Worked fine! That suggests that the problem lies with my car, but I’ve no idea how to fix it.


I’ve tried removing and re-adding my phone and toggling CarPlay on/off in both the phone and car. I even applied a firmware update to the car’s infotainment system. Anything else I can try?

iPhone 13 Mini

Posted on Jan 12, 2023 06:10 PM

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Posted on Jan 15, 2023 02:45 PM

Hello Skeepee,


The best steps to take to resolve issues with CarPlay can be found in the following article. Should the behavior persist it would be necessary to reach out to your car or stereo manufacturer for additional assistance: If you need help with CarPlay - Apple Support


"If you need help with CarPlay


1.Check your connection to your CarPlay stereo:

-If you have a wired connection, try connecting again with a different USB cable to a different USB port if you have one.

-If you have a wireless connection, make sure that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled under Settings > Wi-Fi and Settings > Bluetooth.

2.If CarPlay doesn't activate automatically, look for the CarPlay logo on your car's display.

3.Restart your iPhone and your car. 

4.Make sure that Siri is on.

5.If your iPhone isn't detected by CarPlay, make sure that CarPlay isn't restricted. Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions, tap Allowed Apps and make sure that CarPlay is enabled.

6.Go to Settings > General > CarPlay, tap your car, then tap Forget This Car. Then set up CarPlay again.

7.Make sure that your CarPlay stereo is using the latest firmware from the car manufacturer. Check your car's manual for more information."


Take care!

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Jan 15, 2023 02:45 PM in response to Skeepee

Hello Skeepee,


The best steps to take to resolve issues with CarPlay can be found in the following article. Should the behavior persist it would be necessary to reach out to your car or stereo manufacturer for additional assistance: If you need help with CarPlay - Apple Support


"If you need help with CarPlay


1.Check your connection to your CarPlay stereo:

-If you have a wired connection, try connecting again with a different USB cable to a different USB port if you have one.

-If you have a wireless connection, make sure that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled under Settings > Wi-Fi and Settings > Bluetooth.

2.If CarPlay doesn't activate automatically, look for the CarPlay logo on your car's display.

3.Restart your iPhone and your car. 

4.Make sure that Siri is on.

5.If your iPhone isn't detected by CarPlay, make sure that CarPlay isn't restricted. Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions, tap Allowed Apps and make sure that CarPlay is enabled.

6.Go to Settings > General > CarPlay, tap your car, then tap Forget This Car. Then set up CarPlay again.

7.Make sure that your CarPlay stereo is using the latest firmware from the car manufacturer. Check your car's manual for more information."


Take care!

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