Malfunction in Memory Wire. It drops out for 1 or 2 seconds, every 8 to 10 seconds, and it is like torture. My 2014 Chrysler continually displayed the acquiring signal banner, initially it locked onto a signal in a few minutes. Using common computer logic, I tried a hard reset. I have recently purchased a new car - a Ford Fiesta - which has an in built Digital Radio. Unless you live in open country, close to a transmitter, then you will have problems. Loosing sat radio signal; but also the roof mount antenna vibrates above 60 mpg creating loud rattling and wind noises. Finally, having a working radio would last up to an hour and longer. Wiring, fuses, speakers and antennas can often cause a loss of sound. I was delighted at the prospect of having a Digital Radio in the car, but have been disappointed with the reception. Try troubleshooting and fixing the problem at home before taking your car into the dealer or auto repair shop. It also switches itself on when taking sharp right hand turns above about 10 mph. I have a “bluetooth” radio I recently put in my car and bought a new car kit to make it work, but the radio keeps saying “no car kit” despite trying everything we know. One tiny issue I seem to be having is the DAB radio signal as it keeps dropping out. We have explained all the major reasons that make car stereo to reset, along with this we have added proven methods to fix this. When I drive through the City Centre, particularly between tall buildings the signal drops and the sound disappears completely. Ford car radio losing signal. Radio receivers constantly pick up on electronic activity in the vicinity, from things such as microwaves and lightbulbs, and interpret it as a signal, creating interference. They often create problems and are very annoying. I have a one year old Renault Kadjar with dab radio and Bose speakers. SEAT Ibiza and Cordoba had them between 1999 and 2002. The dealer says it is a problem with radio Newcastle but it happens on all stations. Is this a known fault and should the dealer be able to fix it? Nonethelesss, it took progressively longer for the process to complete. I have 2 portable DAB radios & they are both utter garbage, losing signal whenever an aircraft is nearby, so there is no way I will have one for my car. I get about fifteen minutes of perfect radio sound and then it disappears and all I get is static and squealing hi, you could try plugging a spare antenna in where the stock one is but it sounds like its toast so call around at junkyards. The radio constantly loses the signal. Plus it did it every day. Stereos in cars are very sensitive. Hi all, Just got me new GTE yesterday and absolutely love it :D. I had the Outlander PHEV before so really enjoying the acceleration and sportiness of the GTE . 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