Can a broken switch be fixed?

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

How do you make a switch work again?





Try a soft reset

Sometimes a soft reset is all you need to get your Nintendo Switch working again. Press and hold the Power button for 20 seconds. Release the Power button. Press the Power button to restart the console.

What do I do if my Nintendo Switch is broken?

What to do

  1. Reset the AC adapter by unplugging it from both ends. Leave the AC adapter unplugged for at least 30 seconds. …
  2. Perform a hard reset by holding down the POWER Button located on the top-left of the console for 20 seconds, then press the POWER Button once for the console to turn on.

How do I get my Nintendo Switch fixed for free?





How do I get Joy-Con repair? If you are currently experiencing this « Joy-Con Drift » issue, be sure to go to support.nintendo.com/joyconrepair to submit a ticket so you can get yours repaired for free. If you have an existing or completed repair order, call in (US & Canada) to 1-855-548-4693 to get your refund.

How much is it to repair a Nintendo Switch?

What Are The Common Repair Costs?

Nintendo Switch Analysis Using our custom designed test bench diagnostics to quickly and accurately determine the issue with each and every system we receive. $19.99
Joycon Repairs We repair all Joycon issues Starting at $40..95

How much does it cost to fix a Nintendo Switch?

Nintendo Switch Screen Repair $99. Nintendo Switch cracked screen repair. Includes parts+labor. Professional repair techs.

How do you restart a frozen Switch?

Pressing the power button in once may not do anything when you’re trying to fix a frozen Nintendo Switch, but there’s a hardware reboot in that power button that will work no matter what. As long as the console has power, you’ll be able to reboot it this way. Just press and hold that power button for 15 seconds.

How do you hard reset a Switch?



How to hard reset a Nintendo Switch

  1. Hold the power button down until the console resets > release and press the power button again.
  2. If you want to enter ‘Recovery Mode’, turn off the console by holding down the volume up and volume down buttons then press the power button.

How long does it take Nintendo to repair a Switch?

around 2-3 weeks

Important. Due to a recent increase in repair volumes, repair orders may not receive a status update for several days after delivery to the service facility. The current total turnaround time for repair orders is around 2-3 weeks.

How long is Nintendo Switch warranty?



12 months

The console itself has a limited warranty period of 12 months, whilst games and accessories have a limited warranty period of three months. The 12-month period is applicable to the console alone.

How do you fix a Nintendo Switch that fell in water?

Allow the system to air-dry for a few days.

  1. Do not apply any type of heat to speed up the process (blow-dryers, heaters, microwave ovens, etc.), as this may cause damage to the system.
  2. If the liquid did not enter the system, clean the housing with a soft, dry cloth, if necessary. Then try turning on the system.

Can I put my Switch in rice?



If the system has been submerged more severely, you may also consider leaving the Switch to dry in a bag or bucket of uncooked rice. This can take a couple of days to fully absorb all of the moisture in your Switch. After air-drying for a few days, attempt to power the Switch back on.