Taptic Engine Vibrating Motor
Apple iPhone 17 / iPhone Air / iPhone 16 series Taptic Engine Vibrating Motor Replacement
- Fits
- Apple iPhone 17 / iPhone Air / iPhone 16 series
- Fixes
- Weak or no vibration
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM quality
- Fitting
- Professional install
Overview
What this part is
Every recent iPhone uses a Taptic Engine for vibration and haptic feedback: the buzz for calls and alerts, and the light taps when you type or long-press. If it fails, vibration becomes weak, rattles or stops.
This listing covers eight models. Pick the option that matches the Model Name in Settings › General › About. The iPhone 16e is not included; it has its own listing. Before ordering, check that vibration is switched on in Settings › Sounds & Haptics and Settings › Accessibility › Touch.
Compatibility
Specifications and compatibility
- Part
- Taptic Engine Vibrating Motor
- Compatible with
- Apple iPhone 17 / iPhone Air / iPhone 16 series
- Model numbers
- Choose your model: iPhone 17 Pro Max · 17 Pro · 17 · Air · 16 Pro Max · 16 Pro · 16 Plus · 16
- Does not fit
- iPhone 16e, iPhone 15 series or any model not listed in the options
- Fixes
- Weak, rattling or missing vibration for calls, alerts and haptic taps
- Does not fix
- Vibration switched off in Settings, loudspeaker faults or main board faults
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM-quality Taptic Engine vibrating motor for your chosen model. Tested before dispatch.
- Brand
- Unbranded, compatible with Apple iPhone 17 / iPhone Air / iPhone 16 series
- In the box
- 1 × Taptic Engine vibrating motor for the model you choose, as shown in the photos.
- Colour
- As shown in the photos
- Installation
- Professional installation recommended
- Supplied by
- Supreme Phone Parts Ltd, Manchester, UK
Before you order
Is this the right part?
Signs it needs replacing
- No vibration for calls, messages or alarms
- A rattling or grinding noise when the phone vibrates
- Haptic taps have stopped when typing or long-pressing
- Vibration feels far weaker than it used to
How to check your model
Open Settings › General › About and read the Model Name. Choose the option with exactly that name, for example iPhone 16 Pro rather than iPhone 16 Pro Max.
The iPhone Air is the very thin model with one rear camera. The Pro and Pro Max models have three rear cameras; the iPhone 17, 16 and 16 Plus have two.
Professional installation
How a technician fits this part
- Check the vibration settings first, then power the phone off.
- Open the phone with gentle heat and disconnect the battery.
- Remove the screws and bracket over the Taptic Engine and unplug it.
- Fit the new motor for your model and refit its screws.
- Reconnect the battery and test vibration for calls, alerts and the keyboard.
- Close the phone with new adhesive and run a final check.
Check that the part matches the device before fitting it or removing any adhesive backing. Once a part has been fitted, it cannot be returned for a change of mind. Faulty parts are always covered.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Will this fit my phone?
Yes, if you choose the option that matches the Model Name in Settings › General › About. It is offered for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, 17 Pro, 17, Air, 16 Pro Max, 16 Pro, 16 Plus and 16.
Does it fit the iPhone 16e?
No. The iPhone 16e uses a different Taptic Engine, sold as a separate listing.
Which option should I choose?
Choose the option that matches the Model Name in Settings › General › About exactly, for example iPhone 16 Pro rather than iPhone 16 Pro Max, so you receive the motor listed for your phone.
Is it made by Apple?
No. It is a brand new, OEM-quality Taptic Engine vibrating motor made to fit your chosen model, and every part is tested before dispatch.
Should I fit it myself?
We recommend professional installation. The phone must be opened with heat and the right tools, and the battery must be disconnected first.
How quickly will it arrive?
Orders placed before 4pm on a working day are dispatched the same day from Manchester by Royal Mail Tracked. Delivery is free on UK orders from £5.
Prepared by the Supreme Phone Parts team, Manchester. Last updated September 2026.