How Hyundai Over-the-Air Software Updates Work
Hyundai Over-the-Air Software (OTA) Updates are convenient if your car, truck, or SUV supports them, often saving you a trip to the dealership. Our team at Hyundai of Saco will guide you through how Hyundai OTA Updates work on a Hyundai model and explain how updates download and install, so stay tuned. And of course, you can always come see us in Saco, ME, for in-person assistance and guidance. We're one call, message, or stop-by away!
What Are Hyundai Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates?
When you hear the phrase Hyundai Over-the-Air Updates, this refers to your car being able to receive wireless system, infotainment, and map enhancements remotely via cellular networks without visiting a dealership. These updates happen as Hyundai releases them, automatically downloading and installing in your vehicle. While you drive normally, the vehicle automatically downloads available software packages in the background using cellular and GPS coverage. This makes keeping your vehicle up to date even simpler, which is perfect for those of us with busy lives and schedules.
Check Vehicle Eligibility and Update Requirements
To see whether your Hyundai is eligible for Over-the-Air Updates, find out whether your car supports them. According to Hyundai, OTA updates are available on select newer models (such as the IONIQ series, Kona, Sonata, Elantra, Tucson, Santa Cruz, and select Bluelink-equipped vehicles). Download the MyHyundai app on your smartphone and log in to see whether OTA Updates are available and which ones your car has recently received. You can also check maintenance and recall alerts through your car's dedicated app and in your account, so this is a great place to always keep an eye on. Of course, the team at Hyundai of Saco can also assist with this.
Requirements: You need a supported Hyundai model, an active Bluelink subscription, and a strong cellular/4G LTE signal.
How Hyundai OTA Updates Download and Install
Hyundai OTA updates download wirelessly in the background while you drive and install when the vehicle is parked and turned off. These will happen after you manually approve them inside your car using your touchscreen, and by the next time you turn your car on, they will be active in it. Again, your phone and infotainment center will help you see exactly what was done, but it's a pretty hands-off system that doesn't require much outside of the initial approval to update from the vehicle owner.
Confirm Completion or Resolve an Update Issue
Once the update has completed in your Hyundai model, you will get a confirmation of success or an error message to resolve an update issue. When the first happens, you can see the details of the OTA update via your smartphone or through the infotainment system. If you receive an error message, this could be due to several things, including a connectivity problem, an issue with your car, or an expired Bluelink subscription.
To recap: You can manually verify your system's current version by navigating from the Home screen to Setup -> General System Info -> What's New.
Explore Hyundai Technology at Hyundai of Saco
As soon as you're ready to explore all the tech inside your Hyundai, such as Hyundai OTA Updates if available, let the team at Hyundai of Saco in Saco, ME, take care of you. We're always reviewing what these cars, trucks, and SUVs can do, and whenever you're ready to come see us, we'll be here to help out.
