Xbox controller right joystick won’t center

Discus and support Xbox controller right joystick won’t center in XBoX on Consoles to solve the problem; We had gotten a new controller after our old one had the joystick snap off. But now the new one right joystick is in tact but won’t recenter. I had... Discussion in 'XBoX on Consoles' started by Randomdigits596, Aug 1, 2021.

  1. Xbox controller right joystick won’t center


    We had gotten a new controller after our old one had the joystick snap off. But now the new one right joystick is in tact but won’t recenter. I had taken off the plastic part of it and to see if we could fix it but stick that sends input to the controller seems to be broken. I’ve looked up tutorials but none seem to help. The controller is also out of warranty.

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    Randomdigits596, Aug 1, 2021
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  2. Randomdigits596 Win User

    Xbox controller right joystick won’t center

    Oh ok then. Do you have an idea of how much it cost to replace/repair it?
  3. HomegrownSilky Win User

    Xbox controller right joystick won’t center

    [Mod removed]
    The OP clearly stated that they had opened up the controller in an attempt to self repair. Not only is discussion of self repair not allowed in these forums, but the attempt would mean that Microsoft will not repair it. No piece of Xbox equipment that has been opened up is eligible for repair by Microsoft. They will have to either take it to someplace locally or purchase a new one unfortunately. As an "advisor", you should know this stuff.
  4. ImAice Win User

    Xbox controller right joystick won’t center

    Hi! My name is Pam. I'm an Independent Advisor and I'll be glad to help you today.

    Sincerely sorry to hear that but I'm afraid it's something that can just be fixed by some troubleshooting steps and the controller already needs to be replaced.
  5. Black dragooon1 Win User

    Cheap Xbox Controller Clip

    If it the regular Xbox controller or a special kind?
    All Xbox controllers have this problem. It is a little grey chip in the left joystick that re-centers the stick. The problem is, the plastic of that chip is so fragile that even a slight nudge at where the chip is located(Right Side of Joystick) will break
    it off. At the moment I have not found a way to fix this but to buy a new controller for a silly problem.
  6. Miyeon.S - MSFT Win User

    How to Fix Xbox Controller Drift Issue?

    Hello Camie Paiz,



    Welcome to the Microsoft Community.

    The Xbox controller drift (also known as joystick drift) you're experiencing is a common problem, especially after prolonged use. Drift usually refers to the controller's joysticks (especially the left or right joysticks) moving on their own without any action, or triggering certain motions when there is no manual input. This problem is usually caused by wear and tear on the joystick sensors or buildup of debris such as dust.
    A common cause of drift is the buildup of dust, grease, or dirt under the joystick, which can affect the performance of its sensors. The following methods can be used



    1. Clean the controller:
    Turn off the controller and make sure it is not connected to any devices.
    Use compressed air or a cotton swab (moistened with a small amount of alcohol) to gently clean the area around the joysticks, especially the edges of the joysticks and the sensor section.
    You can also try using a microfiber cloth to clean the surface of the joysticks.



    2. Recalibrate the controller
    Xbox controllers sometimes drift because they are not calibrated correctly, try recalibrating the controller:
    Open Settings → Devices & Accessories.
    Select your controller, click Configure, then select Calibrate and follow the on-screen prompts. 3.



    3. Check the deadband adjustment in Settings
    Some Xbox controller drift issues may be caused by the controller's Dead Zone setting. The dead zone is the area of the controller that does not respond when the controller's joystick is not fully returned to center. By adjusting the Dead Zone, you may be able to reduce the effects of drift.
    In some games, especially through the Xbox Accessories app, you can adjust the joystick's Dead Zone setting:
    Download and open the Xbox Accessories app in the Microsoft Store.
    Connect your controller and select it.
    In the Settings menu, find the option for Joystick Deadband and try adjusting the deadband value to see if it alleviates the drifting issue.

    Please feel free contact me if you need more help.



    Best regards

    |Microsoft Community Support Specialist
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