Dewalt drill battery not charging – any ideas?
7/28/2026 12:03:00 PM
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WoodWorkerWill345
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Hey guys, my Dewalt 20V max drill battery won't charge. It's only a few months old, and I've tried different outlets and the charger flashes red. Any tips before I buy a new one?
7/28/2026 1:27:00 PM
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SocketSarah560
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Hey, could be a dead cell. Try leaving it on the charger for 10-15 mins, sometimes it resets. If that doesn't work, measure voltage with a multimeter – should be around 18-20V. If it's way low, might be toast.
7/28/2026 12:45:00 PM
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FixItFelix222
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Also check the contacts on the battery and charger for dirt or corrosion. Use a pencil eraser to clean them. If it's still under warranty, Dewalt might replace it.
7/28/2026 3:06:00 PM
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WoodWorkerWill345
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Thanks guys! I tried the eraser trick and left it on the charger – it started charging after 20 mins. Must have been a deep discharge. Appreciate the help!
7/28/2026 7:31:00 PM
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SocketSarah560
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No problem! Glad it worked. For future, don't drain it completely before charging if you can avoid it.
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