3DS Circle Pad Repair

Replacement of the circle pad assembly on your 3DS. This fixes drift, directions that don't register, a torn or missing rubber cap, and a pad that feels loose or sloppy.

We replace the circle pad as a complete assembly rather than cleaning or rebuilding a worn one. A pad that's already drifting doesn't recover, and swapping the unit is what makes the repair hold.

Turnaround: 5 business days on the bench, not counting shipping.
Warranty: 90 days on parts and workmanship.

Not sure this is the problem? Symptoms like this can have more than one cause. If you're unsure, order a Diagnostic instead — we'll identify the fault and credit the fee toward whatever repair is needed.

Back up your data before sending your console. Send the bare console only — no games, chargers, or accessories.