XC90 [2018] Vodafone SIM problems

Arudur · Jan 24th, 2019, 23:25

Hi folks

I have a Vodafone SIM in the XC90 with the idea that I can use the in built hotspot to allow the kids to stream in the back but I'm getting reliability problems with the connection.

I've found other threads on here where folks are having the same problem where maybe two in five times you start the car the connection actually works.

Vodafone claim there's nothing wrong, and the only way to fix it seems to be to kill the APN settings then let it reapply the same settings.

Has anyone else had this problem? It's driving me nuts.

Thanks

steladamo · Jan 25th, 2019, 11:24

Well I am not sure it is a Vodafone issue. It seems that after the latest software update 2.0 at service, most 2018 SPA vehicles are loosing the automatic APN settings and you need to reset them manually each time you start the car.

If you have had a recent service on your car, most probably this is the problem and it is related with Volvo and not Vodafone.

mr rusty · Jan 25th, 2019, 11:29

I don't know if it's any help, but I have a MY2019 V90 with a vodafone SIM and it's always AOK.

MCV60 · Jan 25th, 2019, 11:44

Wouldn't say its solely a Vodafone issue. As above, I have been experiencing a similar glitch when pairing with the car since new year. Very frustrating.

Quacker · Jan 25th, 2019, 14:44

The more gadgets there are, the more fussy and potentially frustrating things become. A friend has a Range Rover Velar and he has bought two SIM cards for it and has never got it to work. He bought the same cards as I do, data SIM from 3. Mine just pops in the slot in the Volvo and just works flawlessly out of the box with zero settings to input. I'm on my third card; an initial 3GIG and now on my second 12GIG.

simonjedrake · Jan 25th, 2019, 23:00

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Originally Posted by Arudur

Hi folks
I have a Vodafone SIM in the XC90 with the idea that I can use the in built hotspot to allow the kids to stream in the back but I'm getting reliability problems with the connection.
I've found other threads on here where folks are having the same problem where maybe two in five times you start the car the connection actually works.
Vodafone claim there's nothing wrong, and the only way to fix it seems to be to kill the APN settings then let it reapply the same settings.
Has anyone else had this problem? It's driving me nuts.
Thanks

Likewise, I am on Vodafone and initially thought it was Vodafone's fault and asked for a new Sim only to find it was the car's software after a Nov 18 upgrade.
This is a known fault that Vodafone are working on.................this thread explains all.

https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=287970

Jan 24th, 2019, 23:25	#1
Arudur New Member Last Online: Jun 24th, 2022 11:29 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Cardiff	XC90 [2018] Vodafone SIM problems Hi folks I have a Vodafone SIM in the XC90 with the idea that I can use the in built hotspot to allow the kids to stream in the back but I'm getting reliability problems with the connection. I've found other threads on here where folks are having the same problem where maybe two in five times you start the car the connection actually works. Vodafone claim there's nothing wrong, and the only way to fix it seems to be to kill the APN settings then let it reapply the same settings. Has anyone else had this problem? It's driving me nuts. Thanks

Jan 25th, 2019, 11:24	#2
steladamo Member Last Online: Nov 19th, 2021 13:06 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Athens	Well I am not sure it is a Vodafone issue. It seems that after the latest software update 2.0 at service, most 2018 SPA vehicles are loosing the automatic APN settings and you need to reset them manually each time you start the car. If you have had a recent service on your car, most probably this is the problem and it is related with Volvo and not Vodafone. __________________ 2018 XC60 T5 R Design - Ice White, Panorama, Keyless Entry, 4 Zone Climate, PA, 360 Camera

Jan 25th, 2019, 11:29	#3
mr rusty Member Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 17:17 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: chorley	I don't know if it's any help, but I have a MY2019 V90 with a vodafone SIM and it's always AOK. __________________ MY 2023 V90 T6 Recharge

Jan 25th, 2019, 11:44	#4
MCV60 Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:57 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: .	Wouldn't say its solely a Vodafone issue. As above, I have been experiencing a similar glitch when pairing with the car since new year. Very frustrating. __________________ 2021 B4 V90 RDesign

Jan 25th, 2019, 14:44	#5
Quacker Premier Member Last Online: Nov 22nd, 2021 00:53 Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: West of Carmarthen	The more gadgets there are, the more fussy and potentially frustrating things become. A friend has a Range Rover Velar and he has bought two SIM cards for it and has never got it to work. He bought the same cards as I do, data SIM from 3. Mine just pops in the slot in the Volvo and just works flawlessly out of the box with zero settings to input. I'm on my third card; an initial 3GIG and now on my second 12GIG. __________________ XC90 D5, 2017 Inscription. Dark Grey. Xenium pack. Winter Plus with HUD. Black leather interior with alloy trim inserts. Ownership ended June 2020, Happy motoring times!

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