Constantly asked to change key fob battery

[Highway3]

In my 2021 Yukon Denali the screen behind the steering wheel is almost always asking me to change the battery in my key fob. I have a single key fob in the car, and this happens even if I've just put a fresh battery in. I've tried a couple different brands, including a Duracell 2450 3V battery. But I keep getting this message.

Any tips on what exact battery model/brand works best and a source to buy it?

 

[Big Mama]

Welcome to the forum from Virginia. Is your rig still under warranty? Obviously they won’t replace a battery but maybe it’s a different issue? If not I’d go with the original battery size. I’ve had good success with Energizer.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Sounds like the issue is within the fob itself. Replace if still under warranty, or go to a local locksmith and purchase a new fob at a reasonable price.

 

[AngeloUCF]

I had the same issue with some knockoff batteries I bought on amazon. Bought a 5-pack and replaced the battery twice before buying a single Duracell and trashing the knockoffs. Haven't had a problem since.

 

[EJKa]

In my 2021 Yukon Denali the screen behind the steering wheel is almost always asking me to change the battery in my key fob. I have a single key fob in the car, and this happens even if I've just put a fresh battery in. I've tried a couple different brands, including a Duracell 2450 3V battery. But I keep getting this message.

Any tips on what exact battery model/brand works best and a source to buy it?

Hi there,
Did you ever figure out what was going on with your key fob? I am having the same issue in my 2019 Tahoe. Just started a month ago. I have changed out the batteries in both key fobs and still having the notification everytime I start it up.

 

[Fless]

Hi there,
Did you ever figure out what was going on with your key fob? I am having the same issue in my 2019 Tahoe. Just started a month ago. I have changed out the batteries in both key fobs and still having the notification everytime I start it up.

The OP hasn't been on here since sometime last year.

 

[Big Mama]

Hi there,
Did you ever figure out what was going on with your key fob? I am having the same issue in my 2019 Tahoe. Just started a month ago. I have changed out the batteries in both key fobs and still having the notification everytime I start it up.

You may want to disconnect your negative battery cable for a minute to see if it resets. If you go to most parts stores or Ace hardware they have a display that can tell you if the battery is low without removing it. It’s a long shot but lots of these batteries sit on shelves a long time and may be weak when you install them.