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[Firmware ChangeLog]: What's New in 31.31 | Edge 1040

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Overview

Garmin has started rolling out Software Version 31.31 for the Edge 1040 series. Garmin lists this as a stable release at 20% rollout.

The 31.31 changelog is concise, but the fixes are relevant for everyday riding: one addresses crashes when maps are corrupted, and the other fixes incident detection not triggering in some cases.

Update Details

  • Device: Garmin Edge 1040
  • Software Version: 31.31
  • Announcement Date: June 23, 2026 (UTC)
  • Channel: Stable release
  • Rollout Status: 20% rollout
  • Update Method: Garmin Express or Garmin Connect Mobile when available
  • Official Announcement: Garmin Forums

What's New in Version 31.31?

Map Corruption Crash Fix

  • Fixed crash when maps are corrupted.

This fix should help the Edge 1040 handle bad or damaged map data more gracefully. For riders using the device for navigation, saved courses, rerouting, and long-distance route following, fewer map-related crashes are a meaningful stability improvement.

Incident Detection Fix

  • Fixed incident detection not triggering in some cases.

Garmin also includes an incident detection fix in the 31.31 release. The announcement does not describe every affected case, but it confirms that some triggering behavior has been corrected.

Why This Update Matters

Important for Long-Ride Navigation

The Edge 1040 is commonly used for endurance rides, multi-hour routes, and navigation-heavy cycling. Any crash related to map data can be more than an annoyance when the device is guiding the ride.

Software Version 31.31 is a small update, but it targets a core reliability path for Edge 1040 users.

Safety-Feature Reliability

Incident detection is not something riders interact with every ride, but reliability matters when it is enabled. A fix for non-triggering cases makes this update worth installing even if you have not seen a crash yourself.

How to Get the Update

Garmin says Edge 1040 Software Version 31.31 can be downloaded through Garmin Express or Garmin Connect Mobile when available.

Because the rollout is at 20%, some Edge 1040 owners may need to wait before the update appears.

Should Edge 1040 Owners Update?

Yes. This stable update addresses two practical reliability issues. Edge 1040 owners who use navigation, maps, or incident detection should install 31.31 once it reaches their device.

Conclusion

Garmin Edge 1040 Software Version 31.31 is a focused stability update. It improves behavior around corrupted maps and incident detection, making it a recommended maintenance release for Edge 1040 riders.