Microsoft Store says there is a missing required driver 0x803FB005. How do I fix this?

Kevin McCormack 5 Reputation points
2026-01-26T06:04:42.0933333+00:00

I have been trying to update apps in Microsoft Store, but an error repeatedly tells me 0x803FB005 is a missing required driver!

Please help me with this.

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Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade

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  1. Lychee-Ng 27,275 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2026-01-26T10:42:40.2333333+00:00

    Hi Kevin McCormack,

    Welcome to Microsoft Q&A!

    I understand how frustrating it is to encounter the 0x803FB005 error, especially when you simply want to update some Store apps. This error typically appears when the Microsoft Store cannot access a system component it needs, it does not usually mean a literal driver is missing. Are you receiving any other error messages directly mentioning or/and related to the driver? In the meantime, we will attempt fixing the trouble with the Store:

    1 - Reset Microsoft Store cache

    • Press Win + R > type wsreset > press Enter
    • Wait for the Store to reopen automatically and check again.

    2 - Repair / Reset Microsoft Store

    • Open Settings > System > System components > Find Microsoft Store
    • Click the three-dot next to the app > Select Advanced options
    • Scroll down and click Terminate > then click Repair
    • If the issue continues, go back and Reset.

    3 - Make sure the system is up-to-date

    • Open Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates
    • Advanced options > Optional updates > install if any.

    4 - Repair system components and re‑register Microsoft Store

    • Press Win + X > choose Terminal (Admin) to open Windows PowerShell
    • Run: Get-AppxPackage -allusers Microsoft.WindowsStore | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppxManifest.xml"}
    • If the issue persists, run the following commands one by one:
      • DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
      • sfc /scannow
    • Restart the PC then try registering with Get-AppxPackage command again.

    If you can, let me know which app(s) fail to update! Sometimes the error appears only for specific apps, and that helps narrow it down.

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  2. AI answer

    2026-01-26T06:04:50.8866667+00:00

    To resolve the error 0x803FB005 indicating a missing required driver in the Microsoft Store, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:

    1. Check for Windows Updates: Ensure that your Windows operating system is fully updated, as updates may include necessary drivers.
    2. Update Drivers: Manually check and update your device drivers. You can do this by going to Device Manager, right-clicking on your devices, and selecting "Update driver."
    3. Run Windows Troubleshooter: Use the built-in Windows troubleshooter for apps. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters > Windows Store Apps.
    4. Reset Microsoft Store: You can reset the Microsoft Store by going to Settings > Apps > Apps & features, find Microsoft Store, click on it, and select "Advanced options" then click on "Reset."
    5. Check Microsoft Store Install Service: Press the Windows Key + R, type services.msc, and find the Microsoft Store Install Service. Ensure it is running and set to Automatic. If not, right-click and select Start.
    6. Reinstall Microsoft Store: If the issue persists, consider reinstalling the Microsoft Store using PowerShell. Open PowerShell as an administrator and run the command: Get-AppxPackage *Microsoft.Store* | Remove-AppxPackage followed by Get-AppxPackage -allusers Microsoft.Store | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}.

    If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to consult Microsoft support for further assistance.

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