Google Releases Android Auto 17.3 to Fix 17.2 Crashes
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Updated · Samsung Magazine · Jul 13
Google Releases Android Auto 17.3 to Fix 17.2 Crashes
3 articles · Updated · Samsung Magazine · Jul 13
Summary
Android Auto 17.3 is rolling out with bug fixes and stability improvements after version 17.2 triggered widespread crashes across phones from multiple brands.
Google added no new features or interface changes in the update, signaling it prioritized a fast repair over broader platform changes.
The rollout is gradual through Google Play, so some users will see 17.3 within hours while others may wait several days; APK sideloading remains an option for advanced users.
Google is still testing broader Android Auto upgrades, including deeper music-app integration, UI tweaks and support for new app types, while also expanding Android Automotive in-car software.