Press the Xbox button in the center of the controller to open the Guide. Select the Profile & System tab. Select Power. Select Turn off console. Wait 5 minutes. Press the Xbox button on the front of the console. See if the problem continues.
Press the Connect button on the left side of your Xbox console. Press and hold the connect button on the top, center-right side of the controller. Continue holding the Connect button until the Xbox button flashes.
Connect your controller to the Xbox using a USB cable. Press the Xbox button on the controller to open the Guide. Select the Gear/Settings tab. Select Settings. Select Kinect & devices. Select Devices & accessories. Select More options. Select Firmware version. Select Update now.
Be sure to keep the can of compressed air level to avoid spraying moisture into the controller that could damage the circuitry.
Press the Xbox button on the controller to open the Guide. Select the Gear/Settings tab. Select Settings. Select Kinect & devices. Select Devices & accessories. Select your controller and press the Menu button. Select Adjustments. Use the slider bar below “Deadzone” to increase the deadzone.
If you do qualify for a warranty exchange, ask for a controller that has the newer stick modules that last longer. If you are not comfortable attempting a physical repair, you can take it to an electronic repair shop and see if they are able to fix it for you.
Be careful not to apply too much pressure so that you don’t break the plastic covers.
If you don’t have a Torx screwdriver, you can use a small flathead screwdriver. You’ll have to place it in at an angle against one of the triangle sides. You may need to peel off the warranty stick from inside the battery compartment to access the screw.
Do not glue the plastic piece down. If you get glue inside the module, it will ruin your controller.
Be sure to hold the can of condensed air level to avoid getting any moisture inside the modules.
While you have the controller disassembled, see if the insides need any cleaning. Use condensed air to clean out any dust or debris inside the controller.
If you are not able to get the stick drift to stop, you may need to replace the joystick modules. You can purchase Xbox One controller parts online, but it is not recommended you try to replace the modules yourself unless you are skilled at soldering and desoldering. You may want to take it to a repair shop, or just get a new controller. [7] X Research source
