Are you stuck in the terrible Automatic Repair loop on your Windows 11 24H2 device? Bother not! You are not alone in finding your PC stuck in the dreading issue. Well, the good thing is there are various reliable tips and tricks to resolve the auto-repair loop on Windows PC. And that’s precisely what I’m going to guide you through in this detailed piece. Keep reading to…
How to Fix Automatic Repair Loop on Windows 11
So, what causes a PC to run into the repair loop problem? Without wasting any of your precious time, I would like to point out all the major villains that tend to trigger this issue on a Windows device –
- Corrupted System Files
- Faulty Windows Update
- Driver Issues
- Hardware Failures
- Corrupted Boot Configuration Data (BCD)
- Improper Shutdown
- Bad Sector on Hard Drive
- Antivirus Interference
- Recent System Changes
- Incompatible Windows Version
- Incorrect BIOS/UEFI Settings
- Malware or Virus Infection
Keeping all these aforementioned culprits in mind, I have lined up the tips that are more likely to troubleshoot the issue. Talking about security, these solutions won’t impact any of your media and data. Thus, you can go about solving the problems without worrying about endangering any of your data at all.
1. Restart Your PC
If the auto repair loop has cropped up due to a temporary glitch, a simple restart can let you fix it – straight away.
- To get it done, hold down the power button to turn off your PC.
- Now, wait for 10/20 seconds.
- After that, press the power button again to restart.

2. Disconnect External Devices
Bear in mind that external devices, such as USB drives or peripherals, can at times interfere with the boot process if they are corrupted or incompatible.
- Therefore, I’d recommend you unplug all USB devices, external drives, printers, and other peripherals.
- Then, restart your PC to check if the issue is gone.
3. Boot into Safe Mode
Safe Mode is designed to use minimal drivers and services, which enables it to diagnose if third-party software or drivers are causing the boot loop on your Windows device.
- Open the Start Menu on your PC > Power button.
- Now, hold down the Shift key on your keyboard and choose Restart.
- Your device will now restart and get into the Advanced Startup Options menu. After the options have loaded, select Troubleshoot.
- Click on Advanced options.
- Select Startup Settings.
- Click on Restart. Your PC will restart again and show several options. Press the F4 key to boot into Safe Mode.
- Alternatively, just press the F5 key to boot into Safe Mode with Networking or F6 for Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
4. Perform a System Restore
It’s worth mentioning that a recent system change, such as a software update or driver installation, could have triggered the auto repair loop issue. To fix this problem, go for the System Restore.
- To get it done, you need to boot into the Advanced Startup menu (check the solution number 3 above)
- Head over to Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > System Restore.
- After that, select a restore point from before the issue began and then go through the prompts.
5. Run Startup Repair
Startup Repair is endowed with the ability to automatically spot and fix issues preventing Windows from booting properly.
- First off, access the Advanced Startup menu (take the help of the solution 3 above)
- After that, select Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Startup Repair and then run through the on-screen instructions.
6. Disable Automatic Repair
No luck as yet? Turning off the “Automatic Repair” can let you troubleshoot manually without getting stuck in the repeated repair loop.
- Bring up the Command Prompt from the Advanced Startup menu.
- After that, enter the command and then restart your PC.
bcdedit /set {current} recoveryenabled no
7. Run a CHKDSK Scan
You should be aware of the fact that disk errors like bad sectors or corruption, can hinder Windows from booting. Make use of the CHKDSK as it can let you scan and fix these issues.
- Launch Command Prompt from the Advanced Startup menu.
- Run the following command. And once the scanning is over, restart your PC.
chkdsk /f /r C:
8. Rebuild Boot Configuration Data (BCD)
Corrupt or missing BCD files have a long history of cropping up the startup issues. Try rebuilding them in order to facilitate a smooth sailing boot configuration.
- Fire up the Command Prompt via Advanced Startup on your PC.
- Now, you have to run the below commands one by one:
bootrec /scanos
bootrec /fixmbr
bootrec /fixboot
bootrec /rebuildbcd
9. Repair Master Boot Record (MBR)
A malicious Master Boot Record aka MBR is well-known for causing boot failures. Hence, repairing the MBR will help the bootloader function correctly.
- To repair the MBR, launch the Command Prompt via Advanced Startup on your Windows 11 device and then type in the following command.
bootrec /fixmbr
- Once you have entered the command, restart your PC.
10. Reset BIOS/UEFI Settings
You should be fully aware of the fact that the incorrect BIOS/UEFI configurations could also be interfering with the boot process on your PC. The secure way to deal with such a situation and resolve the hurdle is to reset these settings in order to restore the default configurations.
- Simply, press the designated key (e.g., F2, Del, Esc) during startup to in oget to enter BIOS/UEFI.
- Now, find the option to Load Default Settings or Reset to Defaults.
- In the end, make sure to save changes and exit.
11. Update Drivers via Safe Mode
Outdated or incompatible drivers tend to cause a number of unexpected system errors during boot. Therefore, updating them can come in handy in overcoming the problem.
- On your Windows 11 PC, boot into Safe Mode.
- Open Device Manager.
- After that, right-click on the problematic driver > choose Update Driver, and follow the prompts.
12. Run SFC Scan
If certain system files are corrupt or missing, they can prevent Windows from starting. But fret not! This is where the SFC (system file checker) scan comes into the picture.
- On your device, launch the Command Prompt via Advanced Startup.
- Run the command given below –
sfc /scannow
3. Do not forget to restart your PC after the scan has finished.
13. Run DISM Commands
If Windows image is embroiled in issues, they can cause super annoying boot errors. DISM repairs the image to restore system integrity.
- Open Command Prompt from Advanced Startup on your PC.
- Then, enter the command:
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
Allow the scan to go without any hindrance and then reboot your PC.
14. Disable Fast Startup
At times, the “fast startup” can cause conflict with drivers or updates, resulting in boot issues.
- On your PC, boot into Safe Mode by following the usual process.
- After that, head into the Control Panel > Power Options > Choose what the power buttons do.
- Now, uncheck the box for “Turn on fast startup” and make sure to save changes.
15. Uninstall Recent Updates
Faulty updates can introduce bugs that prevent Windows from starting.
- Access the Advanced Startup menu.
- Go to Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Uninstall Updates.
- Remove the most recent update.
16. Reset Your PC
Resetting reinstalls Windows while keeping your personal files intact, fixing corrupted system files.
- Boot into Advanced Startup.
- Choose Troubleshoot > Reset this PC > Keep my files.
17. Check RAM and Hardware Connections
Insecure or unstable hardware connections are equally responsible for causing the auto-repair loop problem.
- Turn off your Windows device and unplug it.
- After that, open the case.
- Then, reseat the RAM and check your connections.
18. Run a Memory Diagnostic Test
Ill-fated RAM can cause never-ending repair loops on a Windows device. That’s the reason why I would suggest you run a diagnostic test to nab and eliminate the issues.
- To get going, boot into Advanced Startup on your PC.
- Now, choose Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Windows Memory Diagnostic and follow the prompts carefully.
19. Restore Windows Bootloader
A faulty or damaged bootloader can work as a roadblock and stop Windows from starting. Restoring it will allow you to resolve the boot issues.
- On your PC, go to the Command Prompt from Advanced Startup.
- Run the command mentioned below and restart your device.
bcdboot C:\Windows /s C: /f ALL
20. Reinstall Windows 11
If nothing has worked in getting rid of the automatic repair loop on your PC, reinstalling Windows would be the right way to go. What makes it a nuclear solution is the ability to wipe out the clutter, flushing out all software-related errors and facilitating a clean state.
- To begin with, make a bootable USB with the help of the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool.
- Next, you have to boot from the USB and run through the on-screen prompts to reinstall Windows.
Wrapping up…
So, that wraps up this extensive guide about resolving the auto repair loop problem on Windows 11. With several tested and trusted hacks at your disposal, I hope you have taken control of the hurdle. Have you got any feedback to share? The comments section is waiting for you!