Solved: How to fix Google Maps Android App Crashes, Not Working Properly, Doesn’t Show Route, or Can’t Navigate

Problem Symptom: Google Maps Android app on the phone or tablet stopped working, crashes, not showing routes, or has other issues that affect user experience on Maps. Try the following steps to troubleshoot and fix Google Maps for Android issue.

Content Summary

Potential Causes
Solution 1: Ensure good Internet connection, Wi-Fi or cellular signal
Solution 2: Toggle OFF Wi-Fi only option
Solution 3: Calibrate the Google Maps Compass
Solution 4: Allow location access permission
Solution 5: Enable improve Google location accuracy
Solution 6: Clear Google Maps App’s Cache and Data
Solution 7: Update Google Maps app
Solution 8: Uninstall Google Maps Updates
Solution 9: Reinstall Google Maps app
Solution 10: Reset Google Play Services
Solution 11: Use Google Maps Go
Reference

Potential Causes

• Location accuracy option is disabled
• Outdated version of Google Maps app
• Poor Wi-Fi connection or Internet connection problem
• Corrupted cache files and app data
• Miscalibration

Originally published at https://pupuweb.com on August 3, 2021.