My Nintendo Switch 2 has stick drift. How can I repair it?

Even on the Switch 2, the drift problem (character or cursor moving on its own) can occur, just like with the first Joy-Cons.

Causes: wear of the potentiometer in the analog stick, dust, or a factory defect.

What you can do:

Stick calibration: Settings → Controllers and Sensors → Calibrate Control Sticks. Sometimes helps partially.

Stick cleaning: carefully lift the rubber cap and apply isopropyl alcohol or contact cleaner spray.

Controller reset through the Switch menu.

If this doesn’t help — replace the stick. Repair kits are available, but it’s better to contact an authorized service center.

In some countries, Nintendo officially repairs Joy-Con drift for free, even outside of warranty — check with support.