Re: Uconnect - update/patch Honesty I would be surprised if you could download this stuff and apply yourself. Minor patches yes, major firmware upgrade like this I would probably even prefer my dealer to handle. The 2017 Jeep vehicles have an available Radio 3.0/RA1 Uconnect system. Explore iPod integration, media hub, am/fm radio, 4 line text display & more. The 2015 Jeep Renegade has 3 problems reported for uconnect system not working properly. Average failure mileage is 6,800 miles. The new software update is available for the following vehicles equipped with the Uconnect 8.4 touch screen system: 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500. 2013-2015 Dodge Viper. 2014-2015 Dodge Durango. 2015 Dodge Challenger and Charger. 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee. 2015 Jeep Renegade. 2014 Chrysler 200 and 300. I absolutely cannot stand the 2016 Renegade's UConnect. My whole reason for wanting a new car is because I absolutely hate the UConnect and I cannot believe that anyone would have said it was good in any way. If the following things are fixed in the Jeep JL's Uconnect, I would consider it.
Jeep Uconnect System
2016 Renegade Limited. Yesterday when I went to drop the kids off at the mall , when I put the car in Park, I got a message that an update was ready....Install now or Later. Previously [June 2016ish] I ran the updates via USB. I selected later, popped over to Meijer then started the update on my drive home. It started with the warning I needed to keep the engine on for 15-20 minutes, don't leave car running in an enclosed area ETC.
I Was on Software Version 16.05.33 is NOW 17.37.31
NaviServer WAS 9.10.32.609869 NOW 9.10.32.697995
Map Database WAS CMCN4VP4NA;NQNA2013Q4;20140625 NOW CMCN4VP4NA;V3
Map Setup PREVIOUSLY ended in D27K-GZ NOW ends in 377Q-49
What I have noticed: A more Verbose statement when the car stats up where you click 'Accept'. Maps look different, they finally have a RED line on the road road to indicate traffic [The yellow signs still appear too].
Has anyone else gotten this and noticed any other changes?
Security experts are urging owners of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles vehicles to update their onboard software after hackers took control of a Jeep over the internet and disabled the engine and brakes and crashed it into a ditch.
A security hole in FCA’s Uconnect internet-enabled software allows hackers to remotely access the car’s systems and take control. Unlike some other cyberattacks on cars where only the entertainment system is vulnerable, the Uconnect hack affects driving systems from the GPS and windscreen wipers to the steering, brakes and engine control.
The Uconnect system is installed in hundreds of thousands of cars made by the FCA group since late 2013 and allows owners to remotely start the car, unlock doors and flash the headlights using an app.
Most cars are vulnerable to 'hacking or privacy intrusions' – report
The hack was demonstrated by Charlie Miller and Chris Valasek, two security researchers who previous demonstrated attacks on a Toyota Prius and a Ford Escape. Using a laptop and a mobile phone on the Sprint network, they took control of a Jeep Cherokee while Wired reporter Andy Greenberg was driving, demonstrating their ability to control it and eventually forcing it into a ditch.
Unlike the majority of hacking attempts on cars, the vulnerability within the Uconnect system allows cybercriminals to take control of the car remotely, without the need to make physical contact with the car.
The security researchers notified Fiat Chrysler nine months ago, allowing the car manufacturer to release a security update to fix the problem, which it did on 16 July.
However the update requires users to manually update their cars by visiting the manufacturer’s site, downloading a programme on to a flash drive and inserting it into the car’s USB socket. FCA dealers can update the car for owners, but the company is apparently unable to automatically update the cars over the internet.
“This update might not sound particularly important, but trust me, if you can, you really should install this one,” Miller said on Twitter.
Driverless cars could face threat from hackers trying to cause road chaos
Independent security expert Graham Cluley added: “Note that the researchers believe that, although they’ve only tested it out on Jeeps, the attacks could be tweaked to work on any Chrysler car with a vulnerable Uconnect head unit.”
“You should consider installing a security update that Jeep has issued for cars fitted with a model RA3 or model RA4 radio/navigation system.”
It is unclear whether the vulnerability within the Uconnect system is confined to US cars, or certain models.
2014 Jeep Cherokee Uconnect Update
Uconnect Update Jeep Renegade Forum
A FCA spokesperson said on Wednesday: “Under no circumstances does FCA condone or believe it’s appropriate to disclose ‘how-to information’ that would potentially encourage, or help enable hackers to gain unauthorized and unlawful access to vehicle systems.”
“FCA released a software update that offers customers improved vehicle electronic security and communications system enhancements. The Company monitors and tests the information systems of all of its products to identify and eliminate vulnerabilities in the ordinary course of business. Customers can either download and install this particular update themselves or, if preferred, their dealer can complete this one-time update at no cost to customers.”