How to Fix Windows Error Recovery Failed to Start?

Updated on October 28, 2022

“I am unable to start my Windows system. It gives me an error message that states, “Windows recovery error: Windows failed to start”. There available 2 options to fix the error - 1) launch startup repair 2) Start Windows normally. Startup repair takes me to a blank blue screen (having nothing except cursor). If I try to launch computer in normal mode, a green bar emerges and it continues to roll. I am not getting how to muddle through this situation. I need to bring my system back to working state. I have very important works saved on it. Any help would be greatly appreciated”.

What is an Windows Recovery Error?

When Windows cannot initiate its functionality normally, it displays Windows Error Recovery along with status “Windows failed to start” on Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7 and Vista operated computers.

What are the Major Reasons for Getting a Windows Recovery Failure Error?

Windows Recovery Error may generate due to one or more of below listed reasons.

• Startup Repair files are unavailable on your system.
• Startup Repair files are present but system cannot communicate with them due to inappropriate system shut down (after last usage).
• Missing or corrupted Boot Configuration Data.
• Damaged or corrupted File system.
• Broken System Files.

You need to try various troubleshooting one after the other, since it is not clear what specifically causing the above error on your system. Also, if you have saved any vital data on your computer then it is suggested to safeguard them first. Backup your data by externally connecting the hard disk with other computer. If you can’t accomplish it then try Yodot Data Recovery tool.

Steps to Backup or Recover your Data Securely Using Yodot Data Recovery Software:

• Download and install Yodot Data Recovery toolkit on another working computer for free.
• Externally attach the drive that shows Windows recovery error.
• Launch the application and select the Partition Recovery option on your screen.
• Right click on externally connected drive.
• Select Save Image File option and mention location on functioning system<./li>
• Re-launch software after saving the file.
• This time, choose Open Image File option after right-click.
• Now open the previously saved file and select all shown disks
• Proceed and hit Skip button.
• Complete data of erroneous system is listed in File Type View/Data View
• Save them on healthy system drive.

Now so that your data is secure, you can go ahead to fix Windows Recovery error without any worries.

How to Fix Windows Recovery Error?

Fix 1. Last known good configuration

• Restart your system.
• Press F8 until you see Advanced Boot Options window.
• Select the Last Known Good Configuration option.
• Hit the Enter key.

Fix 2. Safe Mode

Repeat above steps mentioned in the above method and try Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking and Safe Mode with Command Prompt instead of last known good configuration.

Fix 3. CHKDSK

• Insert your installation CD
• Boot from it and press R
• Type credentials in Recovery Console
• Press Enter
• Type chkdsk C: /f /x /r
• Restart the system

Fix 4. Rebuild BCD

Follow fix 3, type below codes instead of "chkdsk C: /f /x /r" and hit enter key after each code.

• bootrec/ FixMbr
• bootrec /FixBoot
• bootrec /ScanOs
• bootrec /RebuildBcd

Fix 5. System Restore

• Restart your system and press F8 key
• Boot into Safe Mode with Command Prompt
• Type cd restore and hit Enter
• Next type rstrui.exe and again hit Enter
• Go next and select recently created restore point
• Click on Next button and opt for Yes

If you want to know more about Hard disk recovery application then read the next segment.

Why Should One Choose Yodot Data Recovery Tool to Recover Data from System showing Windows Recovery Error?

You can doubtlessly rely upon Yodot recovery utility when Windows cannot perform startup operation due to issues in your system. The tool thoroughly scans the drive having bad sectors (main cause for BCD corruption), creates its disk image and fetches files from it. Even if your computer’ File system is completely lost, damaged or broken then also the software assuredly helps you. The application is best fitted to restore data from inaccessible, unbootable, corrupted computers running with any editions of Windows OS. The recovering efficiency of the program is apt for data retrieval of portable devices like USB, Pen drive, Memory card, SD card, external hard drive etc apart from internal disk. There is 100% assurance that you don’t face any complexity in retrieving files, as the software has such a handy interface and provides perfect guidance.

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