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NHTSA ID Number: 10183994
Manufacturer Communication Number: A20-094
Summary
Service Bulletin – The Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system freezes after a phone call and stored voice tags are missing when the ignition is turned ON.
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| HONDA | HR-V | 2019-2020 |
SYMPTOM
The Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system freezes after a phone call and stored voice tags are missing when the ignition is turned ON.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Some audio units are not updated to the latest software version.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the audio unit software.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTES
- Before updating the software, write down the customer’s audio unit presets.
- Connect a fully charged battery jumper to the vehicle, and leave it connected during the entire procedure to maintain steady voltage.
- Apply the parking brake to keep the headlights off during the update.
- From your computer’s desktop, open Honda Firmware Downloader. Refer to job aid Honda Firmware Downloader for additional information. Make sure to use an empty USB flash drive that is formatted to FAT 32.
- Enter the service bulletin number and the VIN. This is important, as the software can be different depending on the trim level. Select the download icon when the correct software is found.
NOTE
The software download may take up to 10-15 minutes, depending on the size of the file.
- Once the download is complete, return to the vehicle.
NOTE
If at any time during the update process a TIMEOUT err or UNDEF err message appears, check the USB flash drive for damage, or use a different one.
- Turn the ignition to ON.
- With the audio unit OFF, press and hold the buttons in sequential order as shown. This will let you view the Version display
NOTE
The image below is an example.
NOTICE
If any of the software versions do not match the ones listed in the table below, do not update the audio unit because you can damage it.
| Software Details | Affected Software Versions |
| 2019-21 HR-V | |
| System ucom | FE01 |
| HMI ucom | FA01 |
| DSP ucom | 11420205 |
| Bluetooth module | 03.29.07VR |
- Exit the Version display screen by pushing the Vol/Power
- Set Audio Source to USB mode by pressing the MEDIA
- Plug the USB flash drive into the USB port to start the update. The audio unit will automatically detect the USB flash drive and start the update process.
NOTICE
Never disconnect the battery, turn the ignition to OFF, remove the USB flash drive, or press the BACK button while the update is in progress.
You will see the following screens as the update runs.
- Dsp Vup
- HMI-LSI Version
- Sys Ver Up
NOTES
- The screen will go black and the buttons will begin blinking. The blinking will speed up and you will hear a beep every 10% of progress.
- When the software update is complete, you will hear a long beep, then the Honda logo will appear, and the audio unit will turn off.
SOFTWARE UPDATE CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
- With the audio unit turned OFF, press and hold the buttons in sequential order as shown. This will let you view the Version display screen and verify the software version was updated.
| Software Details | Affected Software Versions |
| 2019-21 HR-V | |
| System ucom | FF01 |
| HMI ucom | FA01 |
| DSP ucom | 11420205 |
| Bluetooth module | 03.29.07VR |
- Press the VOL/Power button to exit the Version display
- Remove the USB flash drive.
- Press and hold the VOL/Power button to sync the security code.
- Set the clock to the correct time by selecting MENU, then Adjust Clock.
- Restore the customer’s audio unit presets, and have the service advisor tell the customer that any previously paired phones must be paired again.
END
SEOCONTENT-START
Service Bulletin
20-094
December 04, 2020 Version 1
2019-21 HR-V: Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Freezes After Calls; Voice Tags Are Missing at Startup
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
Trim Level
VIN Range
2019-21
HR-V
LX
ALL
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number
Description
Flat Rate Time
Defect Code
Symptom Code
Template ID
Failed Part Number
0100A1
Update the audio unit software.
0.3 hr
03214
03217
A20094A
39171-T7W-A91
Skill Level: Repair Technician
SEOCONTENT-END
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
A20-094
December 04, 2020
Version 1
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10183994
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