Fixing PS4 Controller Won’t Charge With USB

Your PS4 DualShock 4 controller has two connection options: wireless and USB. However, there are times when your PS4 controller won’t charge With USB, making cordless gameplay impossible.

The PS4 controller not charging with USB could be due to a number of factors. This may be due to small physical concerns, such as dust and cable damage. It’s also possible that the console’s software needs updating or resetting.

Moreover, the battery may need to be replaced if your PS4 controller stops charging with USB, but there are other options as well. Instead of just throwing your controller away or paying for expensive repairs, there are a few things you may try first.

Why A PS4 Controller Won’t Charge With USB

There could be several reasons why a PlayStation 4 controller won’t charge with a USB. Perhaps the PS4 controller’s battery is dead, there’s something wrong with the USB charging port or cable, or the PS4 itself isn’t able to supply power over the USB.

Consider the following list of potential problems:

• Problems with the USB charging port can arise if the port becomes blocked by debris or is broken. Ports can be replaced or cleaned in order to fix the problem.
• The USB charging cable is defective because it’s worn or frayed, the micro USB connector is damaged and cannot establish a proper connection with the USB port, or a cable that was not made for use with a USB charger. Not all USB cables can be used to supply power to PS4 controllers.
• In the worst-case scenario, the console won’t be able to charge your controllers via USB. You can try charging the controller with a different charger, resetting the controller, or rebooting the console to see if it helps.
• The charging port or the battery is the most typical hardware component to fail in this situation. Both of these can be easily swapped out, however, many people will feel better at ease hiring an expert.

Fixing a PlayStation 4 Controller That Won’t Charge With USB

Follow these troubleshooting procedures in order to be able to charge your PS4 controller with USB:

1. Verify the power cord’s connection. Micro USB is a low-profile connector used to charge DualShock 4 controllers, and small spring steel clips secure the charger to the controller. Carefully remove the micro USB connector from the port in the controller and re-insert it if charging does not begin immediately. Check that the connector is securely in place and not rattling around.

   A worn out cable can be recognized by a loose micro USB connector or a connector that simply slips out. Make sure that the connector’s spring steel clamps haven’t been pushed in or worn down.

2. Try Using a different USB cable. Due to the prevalence of micro USB, you probably already have multiple cables. If you have more than one cable and are still having trouble charging your controller, try using different ones.

   A cable that can supply power as well as transfer information is preferable. While all high-quality micro USB cables serve both purposes, some less expensive ones do not.

3. Connect your PS4 controller to a USB port on another device. From time to time, a PS4 controller may have trouble powering up via the PS4’s USB connections. It is possible to utilize a high-quality USB charger like OIVO PS4 Controller Charger Dock Station or a powered USB port on a PC or laptop in place of the PS4.

   There could be an issue with your PS4’s USB ports if your controller doesn’t charge when plugged into a charger, computer, or other device.

4. Verify that the controller’s charging connector is clean. Due to the diminutive nature of micro USB connectors, they can be inserted with relative ease even if the port is dirty or dusty. The worst-case situation is that the debris makes it impossible to fully insert and seat the cable. Sometimes, though, power flow is simply impeded because of filthy connections.

   To check what’s within the charging port, use a can of air or an electric blower to remove any debris. If you still see dust or dirt after cleaning the controller, or if it still won’t charge, you can try using a toothpick or other similarly small tool.

   The port may be broken and in need of replacement if it shows symptoms of damage or if it moves around

5. Do a hard reset on your PS4 controller. There could be a problem with the controller’s firmware preventing it from accepting a charge. There’s a little hole on the back of the controller that can be used to make a quick repair. Then, connect the controller, turn on your PlayStation 4, and check to see if it charges.
6. Reboot your PlayStation 4. Power cycling the console could assist if the controller still won’t charge after that. You can do this by turning off the console and its controller, then unplugging it and leaving it for around 20 minutes.

   The charging of your PS4 controller will benefit from this. Not useful if you’ve already tried another charger without success.

7. Switch out the charge port on your PS4 controller. You will need to repair the charging port if you discover that it is loose or broken. You’ll need to remove the charging port board from the controller and then unplug the ribbon connection that links it to the main board. It’s not hard, but before you spend any money or effort fixing it, you should be sure the charging port is broken.
8. Take the controller apart and swap the battery. Two choices remain when everything else fails. The controller may be broken, or the battery may be faulty. At this or the previous stage, you can send your controller in for repairs, or you can open it up and replace the battery.

   Battery replacement for the DualShock 4 isn’t as simple as it is for the Xbox One controller, but it can still be done. Simply remove the battery pack from the controller’s main circuit board and plug in a fresh set of batteries.

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