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Sourdough_Biscu
Explorer
Dec 19, 2018

Garmin Nuvi battery issue?

I have a Garmin Nuvi 1450. Almost 10 years old. Just recently it has developed a few issues: (in no particular order)
1. Reboots
2. Shows "connected to computer" even though it isnt.
3. Says "lost external power" even when it's plugged in
4. Shows low battery/won't charge

Have tried more than one cord, so doubt that it's the cord.

Is this a symptom of a battery that needs replaced? ($25 replacement from Amazon) Or, is it a more sinister problem?

TIA if you have any insights into this!
  • Jim-Linda's avatar
    Jim-Linda
    Explorer II
    Dec 21, 2018
    Have same 1450, battery, same problem, ordered battery/kit. Replaced battery with some effort, worked ok for a year, then battery would not charge. Took the thing to Batteries+, they installed new battery while I waited. This was two years ago and all is well.
  • garry1p's avatar
    garry1p
    Explorer
    Dec 22, 2018
    There is a site on Google that repairs the 1450 and or replaces the battery at a very reasonable price if you are not a DIY person.

    I had the same problem you are experiencing and it finally locked up on the CPU screen I elected to upgrade when the newer referb units were on sale I wanted the newer features glad I did.

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