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Camarogirl's avatar
Camarogirl
New Contributor
3 years ago

App not connected to ONSTAR services

Hello, I recently purchased a 2022 GMC Sierra with the new infotainment system. In 3 short weeks my truck ate throw 3GB, I called ONSTAR for support and they blamed me. Apparently, my phone used all my data. The first girl said they have tools to figure out what used the data from the truck but I needed to call tech support. A few days later I call tech support to be told they don’t have tools to diagnose where the data was used and it was all my phone. 3GB gone and not a single app used on the truck. Then, I try to set up myGMC to my app to use the remote start. It tells me that my truck is not connected to ONSTAR services and to press the blue button, so I did. Just to be told the truck is activated and there shouldn’t be an issue. Over an hour on the phone and logged into the website numerous times, through every single page and nothing. The GMC website literally says my truck is NOT connected to ONSTAR services and there’s no place to link my account. When I try to activate ONSTAR on the website it says there’s an error and to call. How am I supposed to use the remote services when the my.gmc.ca says my truck doesn’t have ONSTAR activated, but ONSTAR is saying it is activated!?? Tell my why I’m paying for services that I can’t even use?

  • SgtJo's avatar
    SgtJo
    New Contributor

    Same issue here. OnStar was activated but won't connect to the MyGMC app. I've tried everything suggested.

    • Advisor_Carol's avatar
      Advisor_Carol
      Community Manager

      We regret to hear you're experiencing trouble with your mobile app connecting with your vehicle. Our team is more than happy to take a look into things with you and see how we can assist. To get started, please send us an email with more details to socialmedia@gm.com and "ATTN: OnStar Community/SgtJo" in the subject line. We'll keep an eye out for your message. 

  • blacktruck's avatar
    blacktruck
    New Contributor

    my chevrolet won't work! 2 days now and no help

    there say its a server issue how much longer!!!

    • Advisor_Makayla's avatar
      Advisor_Makayla
      Community Manager

      We understand how frustrating it can be when the app isn’t working. Our team would like the opportunity to assist with your concerns and get your myChevrolet App up and running again. To get started, please send us an email with details to socialmedia@gm.com and “ATTN: OnStar Community/blacktruck” in the subject line so we can further assist.

  • As an initial troubleshooting step, we recommend that you uninstall then reinstall your myGMC mobile app. This will ensure that you're using the latest most up to date version. Additionally, please ensure you're logging in using the email address that's connected to your GMC Account and that this account is linked to your OnStar Account. If you continue to have difficulties, please send an email to socialmedia@gm.com with your subject line as ‘ATTN: OnStar Community/Camarogirl’ so we can reference back to this post.

  • goerge112's avatar
    goerge112
    New Contributor

    There could be several reasons why the app is not connected to ONSTAR services:

    1. Poor network connectivity: If the device's network connectivity is weak, the app may not be able to connect to ONSTAR services.

    2. Incorrect login credentials: If the user has entered incorrect login credentials, the app will not be able to connect to ONSTAR services.

    3. Outdated software: If the app or the device's operating system is outdated, it may not be compatible with the latest version of ONSTAR services, resulting in a connection issue.

    4. Maintenance or technical issues: ONSTAR services may be undergoing maintenance or experiencing technical issues, which could result in a temporary disconnection.

    5. Subscription issues: If the ONSTAR subscription has expired or is not active, the app will not be able to connect to ONSTAR services.

  • malibustorm's avatar
    malibustorm
    New Contributor

    Having the exact same issue with My new Malibu. Soooo frustrating. I've tried onStar for help and they gave me the "script" version of how to link and that didn't work because I didn't even have the options they listed in the first place. grrrrr

    • Advisor_Makayla's avatar
      Advisor_Makayla
      Community Manager

      If you're experiencing connectivity concerns with your mobile app, our team would be happy to assist and look into these issues further. So we may do so, please send us an email with more details to socialmedia@gm.com and "ATTN: OnStar Community/malibustorm" in the subject line. We'll be on the lookout for your response. 

  • ccp223's avatar
    ccp223
    New Contributor

    I am also having the same issue. Car is connected but the app says I’m not. 

    • Advisor_Carol's avatar
      Advisor_Carol
      Community Manager

      Hi there! Our team would be happy to look into your app connectivity concerns further with you. To get started, please send us an email to socialmedia@gm.com with "ATTN: OnStar Community/ccp223" in the subject line. We'll keep an eye out for your message. 

  • Kurtisob's avatar
    Kurtisob
    New Contributor

    Add my 2022 Silverado to this list. $839 dollars, what a wasteful way to support GM products. GM should issue a recall and address this quality issue.

    • Advisor_Helen's avatar
      Advisor_Helen
      Moderator

      We truly regret to hear of any connection troubles. Our team would like to learn more about these ongoing concerns and assist further with any quality issues you may be facing. If you need further assistance regarding the mobile app, in-vehicle data, or OnStar services, kindly email socialmedia@gm.com with ATTN: OnStar Community/Kurtisob in the subject headline. We hope to hear from you soon. 

  • Jags's avatar
    Jags
    New Contributor

    I've similar issue with my lyriq since 6-Mar-2025. I called OnStar support and they tried to restart the services remotely but failed to and asked me to go to a dealership for help.

    Interestingly I found out that 4 other friends of mine (2 with Cadillac lyriq and other 2 with Chevrolet cars) are facing the same issue since 6-Mar. It's disappointing that OnStar doesn't notice the pattern and is not able to fix this wider issue. 

    After researching I found this community where similar issue have been reported since last 3 years.

    • Advisor_Helen's avatar
      Advisor_Helen
      Moderator

      We appreciate you sharing these details regarding your services. If you continue to experience concerns, our social care team is here to assist to the best of our abilities alongside your certified dealership. Please do not hesitate to email us at socialmedia@gm.com with ATTN: OnStar Community/Jags in the subject headline. This will allow us to further investigate your account and help in any way that we can.