Xbox Series X/S Controller - Sticky Trigger Issue Shown Clearly Easily

At about 1:02 the glue is most visible. To prevent wear on future controllers, if the controller/hand is getting hotter after long playing times, it may be best to switch to a colder controller to reduce overheating the glue and prevent the felt pad that was there from melting off.

[@azmihakam]

such a fail design, my all xbox controller had this issue and im tired of this

[@mhnoni]

xbox 360 controller never had this issue, what a mess. even the thumbstick gets drifting issue in no time.

[@kennythemeat]

the reason for that piece of tape is dampening the impact of the trigger when it is fully pressed. not a bad idea itself. but they used wrong materials. and they made the contact patch so small the tiny gluestrip gets loose and left a gooy mess behind. a rubberized patch mechanically fixed would be better. but this would be in no comparison to cost at all(would be worth it for customers but not for microsoft...)

[@ozzyg82]

Dunno how this controller is so widely regarded as good when they’ve had this significant problem for years and years.

[@facuprz]

2 years later this is still useful! Thanks

[@brandonlovery4230]

this was a great easy to follow video my glue spot was in the same area, a lil q-tip and rubbing alcohol did the trick thanks !

[@weeblbob233]

Thanks for making this. Really appreciate it. Max Payne 3 bullet time is buttery smooth now.

[@Cal316326]

Thanks for the vid , mine has the same problem. Its the pad they added to dampen the sound of the trigger that is causing the problem. Guess the padding got worn out and the glue underneath is exposed. I just removed whats remaining of the padding and cleaned the glue with alcohol. Its fine now.

[@Jkorup89]

I used a Qtip and isopropyl alcohol, it cleaned it right up

[@randallk6812]

Other than the stock controller that came with the console. I Only use 3rd party premium controllers

[@KrakenThief]

Not same problem but I’m switch to keyboard and mouse my controllers always get problems after a while or out the box keyboard and mouse should last.

[@emerickscott]

The glue is for the little pad that you didn't mention, which slips off and then you're left with glue.

[@wh1telightning]

Was getting annoyed as to why my left trigger kept sticking. Never knew it was this simple! Thank you!!!

[@GotEverything.]

Same

[@thegiovannimauro]

Has this issue on my left trigger, it was bothering me a bunch. I opened it up and I realized there are foam pads that are supposed to dampen the sound I guess. I decided to just remove both. I find the clacking sound much less pleasant than with the pads, but I'd much prefer a little bit of noise over the trigger sticking.
Edit: I would like to replace them, but I haven't found where you can buy them or know what I should use instead. Ideally have both sound dampening and no sticking, but I supposed if I have to open up the controller again I wouldn't care too much since it's not difficult to remove the pads.

[@makenomistake_mynameisjeff8731]

Maybe look for cabinet door pads. I've seen some very low profile ones. Could potentially cut a sliver off one of them and stick it in place.

[@ensickness8340]

You can put a little piece of foam or cotton, that works really good, i had the same issue and im currently using my joystick that way

[@seanylewl]

I just stuck a bit of tape where the foam pads should be. Makes them a lot more quiet and the surface area is larger so the glue shouldnt be an issue.

[@SinnerTakesAll1]

Bro thank you. Fixed my sticking triggers and I didn't have to break the Microsoft seal to fully disassemble

[@MultiGamer150]

Thank you for the video i fixed mine with some q tips and 91% alcohol

[@Azurefire36]

I fixed mine but the little rubber piece keeps moving so the trigger hits the plastic but hey as long as it works

[@hamodesy9236]

Thanks a lot 👍

[@gdimfer]

Thanks for the video.
I used Goo Gone and Q-tips. One to apply it to both contact surfaces and one to dry.
Between this problem and the stick drift these are the worst controllers I've ever used!

[@AapVanDieKaap]

Xbox is such a waste of money. You can get a good keyboard and mouse for half the price of this piece of junk. The games are cheaper and better. Never again

[@ReviveDud]

For real, regret buying this trash..

[@CeenCrazyOfficial]

This video was of no help, still cant fix my Xbox one controllers triggers from squeaking, guess im out another $20-30 thanks for nothing

[@seanylewl]

This video is not about fixing squeaking triggers, it's about fixing sticking triggers. Very different issue, you shouldn't have expected this video to solve your problem

[@sallyj632]

What Sean said. This video helped my issue due to sticky triggers.

[@MrSteve0311]

Reading comprehension.