If you’re experiencing intermittent charging or beeping sounds with your iPhone 13 on the wireless charging pad in a 2018 Accord, try the following:
Ensure no interference: Remove any phone case that may be blocking the charging.
Experiment with phone positioning: Adjust the phone’s placement on the Qi pad, ensuring it’s fully aligned with the raised plastic on the pad’s right side.
Possible Causes
Alignment issues: Misalignment between the phone and the charging pad can prevent proper charging.
Case interference: Certain phone cases may block the Qi signal.
Hardware malfunction: There may be an underlying hardware issue in the car or phone.
Resolution
Correct alignment: Aligning the phone correctly has resolved the issue for some users.
Further investigation: If the problem persists without a case, consult a service technician to diagnose and resolve the cause.
Issue with 2022 Honda Ridgeline
Compatibility problems: The wireless charging feature in the 2022 Ridgeline has faced widespread compatibility issues with various Android phones, such as the Samsung G21.
Lack of solution: Dealerships have acknowledged the problem but have not provided a solution despite being aware of it prior to vehicle sales.
Customer Frustration
Customers have criticized Honda for selling vehicles with known defects and failing to address the issue. They have expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of support and have demanded refunds or a class action lawsuit.
Honda has not released any official statement regarding the wireless charging problem or potential fixes. Customers continue to voice their concerns and frustration with the manufacturer’s lack of action.
Troubleshooting Honda Wireless Charging Issues
Why is my Honda wireless charger not working?
Possible causes:
Misalignment between phone and charging pad
Interference from phone case
Hardware malfunction in car or phone
How do I fix my Honda wireless charger?
Troubleshooting steps:
Ensure the charging case is not causing interference (remove it).
Experiment with different phone positions on the Qi pad.
Place the phone on the pad with the top end first, aligning it against the raised plastic on the right side of the pad.
Why is my iPhone 13 not charging wirelessly in my 2018 Accord?
Specific issue:
Intermittent charging with beeping sounds
Troubleshooting:
Try different phone positions on the pad.
Place the phone on the pad with the top end first, aligning it against the raised plastic on the right side of the pad.
Why is the wireless charger in my 2022 Honda Ridgeline not working with my Android phone?
Known compatibility issue:
Affects various Android phones, including the Samsung G21, regardless of case usage
Dealer response:
Dealerships acknowledge the problem but have not provided a solution
