Will Nintendo fix my Switch for free?

If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty.

Will Nintendo repair a broken Switch?

The Nintendo Switch console will need to be repaired. For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process.

Does Nintendo offer repairs?

Having a problem with your system or game? We can help! Setting up a repair with Nintendo is fast, easy, and secure. You can troubleshoot and set up a repair for your Nintendo Switch system or Nintendo 3DS family product in a few easy steps.

How much does Nintendo charge to repair a Switch screen?

Nintendo Switch Screen Repair $99.

What to do if your Nintendo Switch is broken?

How To Get Joycon Drift Repaired for FREE ⇨ How To Send Your Joycons To Nintendo To fix Joycon Drift

How long is Switch warranty?

Nintendo systems carry a standard 12-month warranty, which is one of the longest standard warranties in the video game industry. Games and accessories sold individually carry a three-month warranty. Please see the Complete Warranty Text for full warranty details.

How long does it take for a Nintendo Switch to be repaired?

Under warranty repairs take 4-5 days plus shipping time. Normally you will receive your product back within one week. If a repair free of charge is not possible, you will receive a cost estimation via email and the repair will take longer, depending on how much time passes before you reply.

Can you send a Switch back to Nintendo for repair?

You must set up a repair order with Nintendo before you can send in a Nintendo product for repair. To get started, set up a repair order for your Nintendo product.

Do you need a warranty to repair Nintendo Switch?

Hardware warranty

Upon the date of purchase of the Nintendo Switch console, Nintendo America Inc warranty covers any defect in hardware for 12 months. If you encounter any hardware defect within this warranty period they will repair or replace the component. The repair of the hardware components comes free of charge.

Why won t my Switch screen turn on?

Your console may have frozen.

Press and hold the power button for at least 12 seconds to turn the console completely off. Then press the power button again to turn the console on. * If the above method fixes the problem, it's likely that your console was frozen with the screen turned off.

Does Nintendo fix drift for free?

Nintendo has been repairing Switch players' Joy-Con "drift" issues for free, even if they're no longer under warranty, in North America since 2019.

What voids a Nintendo Switch warranty?

THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY NINTENDO (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ADAPTERS, SOFTWARE, AND POWER SUPPLIES).

What happens if you dont have proof of purchase for Nintendo repair?

The proof of purchase must be sent to our repairs services along with the damaged product, inside of the same package. If you did not submit the proof of purchase in the parcel you sent to our repairs centre, please use our contact form here and kindly provide the proof of purchase by uploading it as an attachment.

Can I return a broken Nintendo Switch to target?

Electronics and entertainment items (excluding Apple® products) must be returned/exchanged within 30 days.

Should I send my Switch in for repair?

A broken Nintendo Switch is the last thing that you'll ever want especially when you're stuck at home. Having it repaired while a good number of places still have travel restrictions can be difficult, so sending it in through the mail is a great option.

What is the average lifespan of a Switch?

I saw an article recently in which Nintendo said that they aim to increase the life expectancy of the Switch beyond the normal 6 years a console tends to be around for.

How do I know if my Switch is damaged?

Some signs of a bad light switch are clear. For instance, if there is an audible snap, crackle, or pop when you flip the switch, it's pretty obvious the switch is defective and it's time to replace it with a new one.

Is the Switch easily damaged?

It's normal for the Nintendo Switch to occasionally take some damage. The game console is known to have a few problems with Joy-Cons breaking and cracks popping up along the Switch's vents or by the back corners. But that doesn't mean you have to buy a new Switch.

Do you need proof of purchase for Nintendo Switch warranty?

The warranty is not valid without proof of purchase. Physical damage is not covered by the warranty, but it is possible that Nintendo or one of our Authorized Service centers can repair your product.

Should you leave your Switch docked?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.

How long does it take for a dead Switch to charge?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.

Will a hard reset delete everything on my Switch?

All data in the system memory, including software, save data, screenshots, and user information will be deleted, restoring the console to factory settings.

What to do if your Nintendo Switch battery dies and wont turn on?

Charge the Battery

If the battery is dead, then Nintendo Switch won't turn on after hard reset. Charge the Switch for at least 3 hours. You can directly charge the console using the wall adapter. An alternative way is to charge the Nintendo Switch using the Dock.