Gemini Users Face Call Issues on Android and Android Auto

WHO:

TechRadar - Users of Gemini on Android and Android Auto are experiencing issues.

9to5Google - Multiple Android Auto users confirmed the issues on separate Reddit threads.

WHAT:

TechRadar - Gemini calls are reportedly broken on Android Auto.

9to5Google - A current bug has left some users unable to make calls via voice commands in the car and on Android devices.

9to5Google - An error message stating “Something went wrong. Please try again” appears on affected phones.

WHERE:

9to5Google - The issues are occurring on Android Auto and Android devices.

WHY:

9to5Google - The root cause of the problem is suspected to be related to a Gemini or Google app update.

HOW:

9to5Google - Affected users have reported that switching back to Google Assistant temporarily resolves the issue.

(UPDATED June 16, 2026 12:40 UTC)

Users of Gemini on Android and Android Auto are currently facing issues, with multiple reports surfacing on Reddit confirming these problems. Many are unable to make calls via voice commands, receiving an error message that says, “Something went wrong. Please try again.” It appears that the root cause may be linked to a recent update of the Gemini or Google app, although switching back to Google Assistant has provided a temporary fix for some affected users.