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GPS City Q&A » Automotive GPS » Garmin 3590LMT problems with traffic and voice command?

Automotive GPS (13 replies)

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Garmin 3590LMT problems with traffic and voice command?

› Garmin Nuvi 3590LMT

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Greg
Palatine, IL.

Original question asked on Mar 16, 2012, 1:20pm

I had my Nuvi 3590LMT for about 3 weeks now. Its going back. First, the traffic receiver never worked, and I am in the Chicago Suburbs. We have coverage, just not on my Nuvi. The Voice Commands worked for a week or so really good, but now do not respond properly. Finally, the traffic turn arrow in the top left when you are on a route often stays pointed "straight ahead" instead of pointing left or right as my turns go.

Anyone else having these issues.

Garmin people are GREAT however to work with !!

Tom
GPS City

Reply #1 on Mar 16, 2012, 3:03pm

Running the Garmin WebUpdater program to load or reload the latest software will usually fix most issues.

The voice command is sensitive to surrounding ambient noise and may not function properly because of it.
When in the vehicle, the windows should be up and the sound system muted for the best results.

Also, call Garmin Tech Support for assistance as they may be better to assist with these issues.
1-800-800-1020

Greg
Palatine, IL

Reply #2 on Mar 17, 2012, 10:26am

Tom...I've run the webudater many times with no luck. The voice commands are best with no noise and no windows down. Mine worked very well for about 2 weeks...now using it the same way as before it is not working properly. It often locks up as well. I've down the factory reset also...no luck at all.

Thanks for the info.

Greg

Greg
Palatine, IL

Reply #3 on Mar 17, 2012, 10:29am

Sorry---I meant "Done the factory reset" not "Down the factory reset".

Rob
Toledo, Ohio

Reply #4 on Mar 20, 2012, 8:02am

I have a problem with mine restarting constantly and traffic receiver not working, and voice command pops up for no reason with no interaction to do so. My software is up to date. Most of the time when i try to use the "My Cameras" it just shows up blank and I pay for all of the subscriptions. I get weather alerts that there is a tornado warning or watch and I touch it and it is blank and no info.

Greg I remember when we were counting down to receive these, I was so excited, now I feel like I have a POS GPS. I never had problems with my other Garmin Nüvi.

Jordan
GPS City

Reply #5 on Mar 20, 2012, 12:30pm

Being a new release there may be a few bugs to fix. It is best to contact Garmin for assistance on these types of issues.
1-800-800-1020

Greg
Palatine, IL

Reply #6 on Mar 22, 2012, 9:28am

ROB...how right you are. In fact, I've been thinking of you and our anxious waiting. I always have been a tomtom guy, but thought I would give Garmin a chance. Their customer service is good, but I hope not all of these new Nuvi's are alike. Mine was sent back and they say 10-14 days for the new one to arrive. I thought it would be nice if they expedited a return for me, but I'll have to wait. Best of Luck Rob. Call Garmin and tell them you want a new one..they will email you a shipping label so you can send it back for free.

Jordan
GPS City

Reply #7 on Mar 22, 2012, 12:56pm

If you are a customer of GPS City please feel free to contact us about returns.

Charlie
Boston

Reply #8 on Mar 26, 2012, 9:50am

I have had mine 3 weeks,
It often locks up
Anyone else had this problem?

Tom
GPS City

Reply #9 on Mar 26, 2012, 12:21pm

Running the Garmin WebUpdater to load or reload the latest system software will resolve most issues.

Greg
Palatine, IL

Reply #10 on Mar 27, 2012, 2:12pm

My second NUVI just arrived. It turns on !! So far, so good. I will put it thru its paces tomorrow. Look Out Traffic !

bill
ft laurderdale fl

Reply #11 on Aug 26, 2012, 2:05pm

bought my 3590 and the voice recognition worked remarkable...for about 3 days that is...radio on, windows open, speaking softly all the do nots and it worked perfectly...then 3 days later i would say 2 bradford place and it would say 3454678 smokeroliene st. and that with the windows up, radio off, ac off, yadda yadda...reloaded all the software etc...still bad...need refund...will use old one till they get it right or go with tom tom...dont know if they are good or not...THE REST WORKS FINE BUT ITS WORTHLESS WITHOUT VOICE RECOGNITION

Jordan
GPS City

Reply #12 on Aug 27, 2012, 10:49am

The Tomtom voice recognition is not much better, if at all than the Garmin Voice recognition. All voice recognition in electronic devices is not perfect.

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