Why Isn’t My Dyson Holding Charge?

Are you a Dyson user? Is your Dyson holding charge or not? Let’s talk about that.

If you own and use a Dyson vacuum, you know that they are popular for their ability to perform above the standard as well as utilize innovative technology to stay ahead of their competitors.

Dyson have been so ahead of the curve that most common elements of modern vacuum cleaners were started by them. Before Dyson started creating vacuums, these cleaners were far less efficient and much less effective.

One of the many innovations which was pioneered by Dyson was cordless vacuums which are still massively popular today.

Before their creation vacuuming could be an incredibly frustrating task with the cord getting regularly caught on a variety of surfaces and if the plug got pulled out you would be dealing with the inconvenience of having to go back and plug it back in.

Also having to work against a corded connection made maneuverability a major issue for corded vacuums.

With cordless vacuums now being an option, with Dysons being some of the highest quality brands of cordless vacuums, you now do not have to worry about having limited maneuverability, and you do not have to worry about being limited to the range of your cord.

These vacuums are now seen as the best choice for those with smaller living spaces or prefer cleaning in smaller bursts.

However, having a cordless connection of course has its drawbacks. On top being slightly less accessible than a classic corded vacuum, you of course have to worry about the source of power lasting, which of course is not consistent and unlimited.

Why Isn’t My Dyson Holding Charge?

For the most part, cordless vacuums utilize a battery which can be recharged in a charging station that will usually be provided with the vacuum.

Some manufacturers recommend storing the vacuum in its charging station, while others recommend only using it when the vacuum needs to be charged.

This seems like a foolproof solution, and you ideally will be able to keep using then recharging your vacuum until you decide that you want to upgrade. But unfortunately this is not the reality.

Usually, after an extended period of use of your cordless vacuum, it will eventually begin to show a decreasing battery life which will make it, so you can use your vacuum less and less with each use.

There could be a variety of reasons for this, and for each of these reasons there are different recommendations for how to deal with the issue and what to do to fix it.

This guide will go over the battery issues which face the popular Dyson Stick cordless vacuums and how to fix them. Hopefully the variety of recommended fixes here will help your Dyson battery last longer.

If you have any questions about fixing Dyson Stick vacuum’s battery life, keep reading!

Is Your Dyson Holding Charge Or Not?

If you have had your Dyson on charge for hours, and you are fully prepared to vacuum your living space, just for you to begin and for the battery life to run out incredibly prematurely.

This is a common issue so do not be worried as there are plenty of recommended fixes. Read on to find out what to do!

Check If There Is Any Damage On The Cable

Dyson Stick vacuums utilize a power cable to make sure that the device receives a consistent stream of charge. There is always a chance that this cable could be damaged.

To check for this make sure you are using good lighting and make sure to check the entire length of the cable to check for any visible signs of damage. If you notice anything stop using the cable as it could be dangerous and if your device is within warranty try and get it replaced.

Make Sure That Your Power Source Is Working

One of the simplest issues which could be affecting your Dyson’s ability to be charged is not using a properly functional power outlet. The best way to check this is to either attempt charging the Dyson using a different outlet.

Or if this is the only outlet you have to work with, use a different device that can instantly show if the outlet has power to test if it works. If this is the issue you will have to consult an electrician or your landlord.

Check The Battery Casing

This is also a common issue which many people forget to check. While this casing is by no means weak, it could begin to break if it receives consistent pressure.

The damage to the battery casing could cause a variety of issues, but one which is often overlooked is impeding the Dyson’s ability to charge properly.

After inspecting the damage to the casing of your battery you can see if this is an issue, if it is, you will need to buy or switch to a replacement battery.

Give The Device A Quick Charge

Some Dyson cordless vacuums will act like they have an empty battery while in fact having all the power they need. This means that the battery will just need a short activation period instead of hours for a full charge.

If this is the issue all you need to do to fix it is to plug the device in for about 30 seconds to wake up the battery and hopefully the device will work fine after this!

20 Second Press On The Power Button

This is a common recommendation for similar devices which face problems like this. Similar to the previous issue, this is something which will help activate or wake up the battery to help it utilize the charge that it already has.

All you will need to do is hold down the power on button for around 20 seconds or however long it takes to get a reaction. Try this step while the vacuum is in or not in its charging state to see if this affects it as either could help fix it.

Check If There Is Anything Blocking The Flow

This is usually a fix which will help the performance of the device rather than its battery life which is why it is so low down, but it could easily solve your issue.

The 2 most common culprits for this is something being stuck in the brush head and/or nozzle, or something blocking the filter.

Luckily both of these can be checked quite easily with most cordless Dyson brush heads being quite easy to clean. The same is true for the filter and there is a chance this component of the device just needs to be cleaned so air flow can continue.

Replace The Battery

This is the last resort, but unfortunately it is the most common cause of the problem with some batteries giving up after extended use.

Depending on the specific brand getting a new battery might not be too hard, but if you are using an older model it might get more difficult and in this case it would be best to contact Dyson directly.

We have different guides for replacing batteries for different models, namely, the Dyson V6, Dyson V8 and the Dyson V11.

If your battery or device is within warranty, hopefully you will be able to get a replacement for free!