Why won't my Switch controller turn?

Restart your Switch

If your console is already updated, but your controller still isn't working, try a simple restart by pressing and holding the Power button on your device for 3 seconds, tapping Power Options, then selecting Restart.

Why is my Nintendo Switch controller not turning?

With the Joy-Con controllers detached from the console, reset them by pressing the SYNC Button once on each controller. After resetting the AC adapter and the Joy-Con, attach the Joy-Con to the console, then connect the AC adapter directly to the console and to a wall outlet.

How do I manually reset my Switch controller?

Set the console to sleep mode, then press the POWER Button to "wake it up" again. Reset the Joy-Con or Pro Controller by pressing the SYNC Button once, then press any other button to power it on again.

How do you know if your Switch controllers are dying?

To view the battery life for each paired controller:

From the HOME Menu select Controllers. The approximate battery life will be displayed for each controller that is paired to a Nintendo Switch system.

How many hours do Switch controllers last?

When fully charged, the battery for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This may be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.

How to Fix a Joy-Con Controller That Isn't Charging (Nintendo Switch Joycon)

How long does it take to fix a Nintendo Switch controller?

The current total turnaround time for repair orders is around 2-3 weeks.

Why is my controller dying?

Your controller needs new batteries. The firmware in your controller needs to be updated. Your controller is too far away from the gaming console. There are too many devices connected to your gaming console.

Can you hard reset a Switch controller?

From the HOME Menu, select System Settings and then Controllers and Sensors. Select Change Button Mapping. On the left side of the screen select a controller whose configuration you want to reset, then select Reset. Select Reset again to confirm.

Do Switch Joycons wear out?

The contacts are worn down: The joystick contacts can get worn down over time causing them to work improperly and detect input when none is actually given.