Mar 16, 2022

Google assistant call defaults to speaker when on Android auto.

First time I see this issue. Maybe someone can help.

When I call using Google assistant as I am using Android auto the call connects but it defaults to the phone speaker instead of using the car Bluetooth.

If I make the call from the app on Android auto or receive a call it does default to Bluetooth as expected, it is only when using Google assistant that it defaults to the phone speaker.

I could not find a setting anywhere where I can tell the phone app or Google assistant to default to Bluetooth if connected.

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Pawan - Android Auto Team

Community Specialist

Apr 15, 2022

Hi everyone,

Thanks for all the feedback. The Assistant team has rolled out a fix for this issue. Please update your Google app to the latest version, which should solve the issue. Thanks!

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User 3280643610370946323

Mar 21, 2022

Same issue here, 2017 Subaru Impreza Limited, Pixel 6, Android 12 latest build. When I dial from Android Auto it says "Calling XX on Speakerphone. Works normally through car handsfree while connected to Android Auto if I initiate the call from the phone rather than Android Auto.

Accident Prone8

Mar 21, 2022

Same issue. Subaru. Android auto version 7.3.620524-release.

Tried multiple restarts (including car) and cables. Have tried updating the app. Have not tried uninstalling updates as of yet. When calls are received, Android Auto will work properly - and audio comes through the car's speakers. When calls are placed through the car "dumb" manual input (Bluetooth) using my phone wirelessly, they will also work properly. When done via voice command, or from the Android auto interface, audio and dialing tones will happen on my phone.

Using car interface

Wired

Pixel 6 Pro android 12

Subaru Crosstrek 2018

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Last edited Mar 21, 2022

Pawan - Android Auto Team

Community Specialist

Mar 21, 2022

Hi everyone,

Thank you for the detailed information. We've forwarded this issue to the rest of the team and will keep you informed when we have an update. Thanks!

User 2401203596011441892

Mar 21, 2022

I'm having this issue as well. It started within the last week I believe. I'm initiating the call by holding down the button on the steering wheel to launch Google Assistant, saying "Call XXX". I hear Google Assistant respond with "Calling XXX" and then it goes to my speaker phone.

Error message: None
Are you using Android Auto on your phone screen or car’s display? Car's Display
Does the issue occur outside of the Android Auto app? No
Car / head unit make & model: 2019 Ram 1500 / UConnect 12
Phone make & model: Pixel 5
Android OS version: Android 12
Google app version: (Settings > Apps (or Apps & notifications > App info) > Google) 7.3.620524
What did you say to Google? How was it recognized by Google? (You can check https://myactivity.google.com/myactivity) "Call [contact name]" "Calling [contact name]
Connected via USB or wireless connection: Connected via USB