Will Nintendo replace my battery?

The replacement of batteries in a Nintendo Switch console or controller should not be undertaken by customers. Please contact your local customer service centre.

How much does Nintendo charge to replace a battery?

Nintendo Switch Battery Replacement $89.

Does Nintendo replace Switch batteries for free?

That said, if your battery fails, you should contact Nintendo customer service and they will swap the battery (or the unit) for free while under warranty and presumably for a fee once warranty is up.

What to do if Nintendo Switch battery dies?

Under “System Settings,” turn “Sleep Mode” to “Never” In portable mode with no charger connected, begin a game and don't touch it. Leave the Switch on that screen untouched until the battery drains. Once the battery has died, plug the Switch into the charger and let it charge for three hours.

How long should a Nintendo battery last?

For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001(-01) [product serial number begins with "XKW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours. For Nintendo Switch Lite, model number: HDH-001, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours.

Nintendo Switch Battery Replacement-How To!

How do I check the health of my Nintendo battery?

Does keeping the Switch docked ruin the battery?

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 do I know if my Switch battery is bad?

Important: If the battery is almost depleted when the console is docked, the TV screen will remain off and a charging indicator will be momentarily displayed on the top-left corner of the console screen.

How do you fix a Nintendo Switch battery that wont charge?

Does Nintendo Switch warranty cover battery?

Warranty Limitations

Also, the Nintendo Switch console warranty does not cover defects accrued from third-party accessories. Hardware damage from high-speed micro-SD card or battery pack is not covered. Your software updates from non-authorized or unlicensed companies aren't included in the warranty either.

Does Nintendo do free repairs?

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.

Does Nintendo Switch have lifetime 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 charge from dead battery?

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.

Why does Nintendo Switch battery drain?

Avoid Sleep Mode

In most cases, Sleep Mode is the best option for everyone to use, but your Switch may still use some power in this mode. This means you may find your battery significantly drained when you next take your Switch out to play.

What should I do if my Nintendo Switch won't turn on?

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.

Why won t my Switch turn on after dying?

To fix a Nintendo Switch that won't turn on, try giving the battery a nice long charge. Check the Switch or AC adapter for damage, and make necessary replacements. Resetting the AC and Switch adapter can turn on your switch and allow it to take a charge.

What does it look like when a dead Switch is charging?

If your Switch is successfully charging, the green light on the lower left of the dock will appear. If the light doesn't come on, check that the dock is plugged in. If it is and there is still no light, you may have an issue with your dock.

What does it mean when a Switch is bricked?

Many times a "bricked" console is actually just a console that has a faulty charge controller on the motherboard. This charge controller is a small chip on the motherboard that controls when and how the console charges. If this ic goes bad then the console will not charge even when the charge port is good.

Why is my Switch hot when docked?

If the air intake or air vent is obstructed, your console may become hot. Please move your console so there's at least 10 cm of space around the console's air intake and air vent. Alternatively, if the air intake or air vent is dusty, use a vacuum cleaner or similar to remove the dust.

How do you reset a Nintendo Switch battery?

Once the battery charge is almost depleted, power off the console by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, then select "Power Options" > "Turn Off." Leave the console alone for at least 30 minutes. Repeat steps 2 - 6 several times.

Should you leave Nintendo Switch docked?

Does leaving your Nintendo switch in dock ruin battery? No, because it stops charging the battery once it's full. It's fine to sit in the dock for extended periods of time.

How many years should a Nintendo Switch last?

The idea of the Switch, however, has remained the same. Its models mainly use the same type of CPU and GPU, too. As I discussed with former Nintendo president Reggie Fils-Aimé, the Switch seems due for some sort of upgrade... but according to Nintendo, the Switch's life cycle could be as long as 10 years.

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.