PS4 controller won’t turn on without connecting a USB cable? After connecting the PS4 controller via USB when you unplug, does it again turns off?
Either it’s a firmware glitch/hardware issue or a dead battery problem that prevents the PS4 controller from charging hence turning on properly.
When you connect the charger and the PS4 controller lights up orange, it means that power is only going to the led light, not to the battery. In such a scenario, you should replace the PS4 battery and then charge it using the original PS4 USB cable.
You also cannot rule out the possibility that dust, debris, or moisture in the shape of a sneeze has enough force to get past the Joysticks.
In this article, we have explained the best-tested solutions to fix the PS4 controller that won’t turn on the problem. Read our article if you are dealing with steam not detecting PS4 controller.
How To Fix PS4 Controller Won’t Turn on
The below fixes have been tested by many users and worked for them 100%. Apply these solutions to get the best result.
Fix 1. Connect PS4 Controller With Other Device
If the PS4 controller won’t turn on it means that it’s charging properly. So first, try to connect it to your PC or laptop to make sure that it’s charging.
Sometimes the controllers face difficulty charging directly from the PS4. If it’s still not charging then it’s not your PS4 at fault.
Fix 2. Use Official PS4 USB Cable
Now that you have checked the PS4 controller is not turning on any other devices as well. There may be an issue with the charging cable, so use the original PS4 cable that came with it or arrange it with your friend.
You can also check the existing USB cable on another PS4 controller to see if it changes it properly.
Fix 3. Check PS4 Charging Port
The issue can also be with your PS4 charging ports to first make sure that it is fully clean. No dust and debris should be there as they interrupt the power flow and prevent the PS4 controller from charging hence turning on.
Fix 4. Reset the Wireless Controller
Perform a clean reset, most of the time it fixes the problem on the PS4 controller won’t turn on. Follow these steps;
- Turn off and unplug your PS4.
- Locate the small reset button on the back of the controller near the L2 shoulder button.
- Use a small tool to push the button inside the tiny hole. Hold the button down for roughly 3-5 seconds.
- Connect the controller to the PS4 using a USB cable and press the PS button.
- If the light bar turns blue, the controller has paired.
- If the controller is unresponsive or is able to connect to a different USB port or another system, please visit the Fix & Replace diagnostic tool to check if your hardware is eligible for an under-warranty repair.
Fix 5. Buy PS4 Controller Charging Station
The PS4 not turning on the problem is directly linked to the malfunctioned charging USB cable. You won’t see no light, no connection complete dead PS4 controller.
Over time controllers lose their ability to charge via USB cable. To get around this problem, buy a PS4 controller charging station that will cost you $15 – $25 from any online store. The charging station uses the controller charging port on the bottom to power it up.
Fix 6. Replace the PS4 Battery
After applying the above fixes if the PS4 controller won’t turn on then you have a damaged battery that needs to be replaced. Watch this youtube tutorial to learn how to replace the PS4 battery.
