2002-4153
Nintendo Nintendo Switch
Severity: ModerateWhat Does This Error Mean?
Error 2002-4153 means data on your Nintendo Switch has become corrupted. This could be game data, save data, or system files. The good news is that this can usually be fixed by checking for corrupt data or reinserting your game card.
Affected Models
- Nintendo Switch
- Nintendo Switch Lite
- Nintendo Switch OLED
Common Causes
- A game download was interrupted by a power loss or network disconnect
- The microSD card has corrupt sectors or is failing
- A game card is dirty or was removed while the game was running
- The system memory has corrupt data from a failed update
- The microSD card is a counterfeit with less storage than advertised
How to Fix It
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Check for corrupt data. Go to System Settings > Data Management > Software, select the game with the issue, and choose 'Check for Corrupt Data.'
The Switch will scan the game files and attempt to repair any problems it finds.
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If the error is with a physical game card, remove it, blow gently on the contacts, and reinsert it firmly.
Dust or dirt on the contacts is a surprisingly common cause of data read errors.
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Delete and redownload the affected game. Go to System Settings > Data Management > Software, select the game, and delete it. Then redownload from the eShop.
Your save data is stored separately and will not be lost when you delete the game.
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If you use a microSD card, try removing it and running the game from internal storage instead.
This helps determine if the microSD card is the problem. If the error goes away, the card may be faulty.
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As a last resort, format the microSD card. Go to System Settings > System > Formatting Options > Format microSD Card.
This erases everything on the card. You will need to redownload all games that were stored on it.
When to Call a Professional
If error 2002-4153 keeps appearing after trying all the fixes below, your microSD card or internal storage may be damaged. Try a different microSD card to rule that out. If the problem is internal storage, contact Nintendo Support for a repair — it is typically covered under warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my save data if I delete and redownload a game?
No, your save data is stored in the system memory, not with the game files. Deleting a game only removes the application itself. Your progress and saves will be there when you reinstall.
How do I know if my microSD card is fake?
Fake cards often show the wrong storage size and cause frequent errors. Download the free tool 'H2testw' on a computer to test the card. It writes data to the full capacity and checks if it all reads back correctly.
Can a corrupted game card be fixed?
If cleaning the contacts does not help, the game card itself may be damaged. Unfortunately, physical game cards cannot be repaired. You would need to buy a replacement copy of the game.