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How to Fix a Kindle Fire That Won't Turn On

Get your Kindle Fire up and running again

By Tricia Goss Tricia Goss Writer Pima College Tricia Goss has been a writer and editor for 10+ years. She's written tips and tutorials for Microsoft Office applications and other sites. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 13, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Tablets Amazon Android If your Amazon Fire tablet doesn't turn on or charge, don't toss it just yet. First, try these troubleshooting tips to get your device charged and ready to use again. Instructions in this article apply to all Amazon Fire tablets, formally known as Kindle Fire. How to Fix It When an Amazon Fire Tablet Is Stuck on the Fire Screen How to Fix a Kindle That's Frozen How to Fix It When an Amazon Fire Tablet Is Connected to Wi-Fi but Not Internet

Causes of Kindle Fire Not Turning On or Charging

When your device won't turn on or charge, it's likely due to one of a few issues: Insufficient power.A problem with the charger or outlet.Damage to the internal hardware.Damaged or corrupt files on the device.

How to Fix a Kindle Fire That Won' t Turn On

Try these fixes in order until you can turn on your Fire tablet: Give it a chance to charge. If a Kindle Fire is charging slowly, it might not turn on right when you plug it in, so wait a few minutes and try again. Check the charger. Make sure you use the charger that came with your device. If it's damaged, fix the broken charger or find another cable and adapter that's compatible with Fire tablets. Plugging a Fire tablet into a computer USB port could increase charging time or might prevent charging altogether. Plug the adapter into a different outlet. Charge the device somewhere else. If you suspect a problem with the outlet, plug in a different device or appliance to make sure it works. If possible, connect the charger to another device and plug it in to make sure the cable and adaptor work properly. Avoid charing a Fire tablet in areas that are very hot or very cold to avoid damage to the battery. Perform a soft reset. A soft reset resolves many common issues without affecting any data on the device. Press and hold the Power button for 40 seconds, then release. The charge indicator light should turn on after several seconds, and then the Kindle Fire should reboot. Replace the tablet's battery. Amazon doesn't offer replacement batteries specifically for their devices, but you can find replacement batteries for Fire tablets from third-party manufacturers. Contact Amazon. If your Fire tablet is still under warranty, you may be able to get it serviced or replaced for free. Expert Tested: The 7 Best Kindles in 2022 FAQ Why won't my Kindle Fire turn on even when it's plugged in? There are a few reasons your Kindle fire won't turn on when plugged in. Try pressing Power > Home to do a hard reboot, let the Kindle charge for a while, or wipe the cache. If nothing works, contact Amazon for help.
What new Kindle Fire models are available now? Options include the Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Fire HD 10 Tablet. Amazon Kindle Oasis, Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Edition, and more. If budget is a priority, check out the basic Kindle. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Root Kindle Fire How to Fix It When a Fire Stick Is Not Loading How to Connect AirPods to Kindle Fire How to Fix It When Your Fitbit Won't Turn On How to Install Google Play on Kindle Fire How to Fix a Surface Pro That Won't Turn On How to Fix It When an Amazon Fire Tablet Is Stuck on the Fire Screen How to Fix It When a Tablet Won't Turn On How to Load Non-Amazon Books Onto a Kindle Fire How to Fix an Xbox One Controller That Won't Turn On How to Fix a Broken Charger How to Fix It When a PS5 Controller Won't Sync How to Fix It When an Amazon Fire Tablet Is Connected to Wi-Fi but Not Internet How to Fix a Kindle That's Frozen How to Fix It When a Tablet Won't Charge Here's How to Fix An iPhone That Won't Turn Off Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies