What to do if JBL Charge 3 or JBL Charge 4 not Charging?

By Robert Jones · 2021-07-17

Both JBL Charge 3 and JBL Charge 4 are waterproof, portable Bluetooth

## JBL Charge 3 or 4 Not Charging? Here's What I'd Do. Right, so you've got a JBL Charge 3 or 4, and it's decided to play dead on you. No charge, no music, just a fancy paperweight. Been there, done that, and it’s a right pain, isn't it? These are cracking little Bluetooth speakers, pretty rugged and waterproof, but even the best of 'em can throw a wobbly now and then. I've seen this sort of thing plenty over the years, both with JBL gear and others. Let's get stuck into sorting it out. ### First Things First: The Obvious Stuff (But Worth Checking!) Before you start tearing your hair out, let's cover the basics. It’s surprising how often one of these simple checks sorts things out. I've had countless calls over the years from mates and even some folks here at SpeakersMag with "broken" gear that just needed a plug pulled out and shoved back in. * **Is it actually plugged in properly?** Sounds daft, I know, but check both ends of the cable – the plug into the wall and the USB into the speaker. Give 'em a wiggle. Make sure it’s snug. * **Try a different wall socket.** Faulty mains sockets are more common than you'd think. Just switch it up and see. * **Check the charging cable.** USB cables take a real beating, especially if you