Why is my vehicle showing the wrong location?

Learn how to fix GPS issues in MyGeotab, such as a wrong map location or a vehicle shown at 0°N, 0°E.

Problem

A vehicle shows a wrong or old location in MyGeotab, or it appears at 0°N, 0°E.

Possible cause 1

The GO device has not acquired a GPS signal. Until it gets one, MyGeotab shows the default location of 0°N, 0°E.

Solution

  1. Check the LEDs on the GO device. A solid red LED means power. A flashing green LED means cellular connectivity. A flashing blue LED means GPS signal acquisition.
  2. Unplug the GO device for about 10 seconds, then reconnect it and check the LEDs again.

Possible cause 2

The device reports a GPS fault.

Possible cause 3

Obstructions or interference block the GPS signal. For information about interference, see GPS jamming and signal interference.