If your OnePlus 15 vibrates weakly, inconsistently, or not at all during incoming calls, you might miss important calls without realizing it. This usually happens because of vibration settings, alert modes, or system restrictions that quietly change how the phone behaves. The good news is that you can both customize the vibration pattern and fix common vibration issues with a few simple adjustments.
Why the OnePlus 15 Incoming Call Vibration Is Not Working Properly
- The phone is set to Silent or Do Not Disturb mode.
- Incoming call vibration is disabled in sound settings.
- Haptic strength is set too low to notice.
- App or system glitches after a software update.
- Accessibility or battery features limiting vibrations.
Change the Incoming Call Vibration Pattern
Customizing the vibration pattern helps you recognize calls instantly, even when the phone is in your pocket. It also ensures the vibration feels strong and noticeable enough for your daily use.
Open Settings, and then tap Sound and vibration.
Tap Vibration, and then tap Incoming call vibration.
Choose one of the available vibration patterns, and then tap Save to apply it.
Place the phone on a surface and test the vibration to make sure it feels right.
Increase Vibration Strength
If the vibration pattern is correct but still feels weak, the intensity level may be too low. Increasing vibration strength makes incoming calls easier to notice, especially in noisy environments.
Open Settings, and then tap Sound and vibration.
Tap Vibration intensity, and then increase the slider for Incoming calls.
Test the vibration again by locking the phone and calling it from another device.
Adjust the strength further if needed until it feels noticeable.
Turn Off Silent and Do Not Disturb Modes
Silent and Do Not Disturb modes can override vibration settings without you realizing it. Even if vibration is enabled, these modes may block alerts entirely.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings, and then check Silent mode.
Tap Sound or Vibrate to disable Silent mode.
Go back to Settings, and then tap Do Not Disturb.
Turn it off or adjust exceptions to allow incoming call vibrations.
Check Accessibility Vibration Settings
Some accessibility options can reduce or disable vibration feedback system-wide. This can affect incoming calls even if all other settings look correct.
Open Settings, and then tap Accessibility.
Tap Vibration and haptics, and then make sure vibration is enabled.
Increase vibration strength if sliders are available.
Exit settings and test incoming calls again.
Restart the Phone
A restart refreshes the vibration motor service and clears minor system bugs. This step often fixes vibration issues that appear suddenly.
Swipe down to open Quick Settings, and then tap the Power icon.
Tap Restart, and wait for the phone to boot up fully.
Once the phone is on, lock the screen and test an incoming call.
Check if the vibration pattern now works correctly.
Reset Sound and Vibration Settings
If none of the above steps work, sound settings may be corrupted. Resetting them restores default behavior without deleting personal data.
Open Settings, and then tap System settings.
Tap Reset options, and then select Reset sound settings.
Confirm the reset, and wait for the process to finish.
Reconfigure your incoming call vibration pattern afterward.
Once you adjust the vibration pattern and remove any system restrictions, incoming calls on the OnePlus 15 should feel clear and reliable again. These fixes also help prevent missed calls, especially when the phone is not in your hand.
FAQs
Why does my OnePlus 15 vibrate for notifications but not for calls?
Incoming call vibration is controlled separately from notification vibration. You need to enable and adjust it specifically under sound and vibration settings.
Can I set a custom vibration pattern for specific contacts on OnePlus 15?
Some OnePlus software versions allow contact-based vibration through the Contacts app. Availability depends on your software version and region.
Does low battery affect call vibration on OnePlus 15?
Yes. Battery-saving features can reduce vibration strength or disable it to conserve power. Turning off battery optimization for system alerts usually helps.
