I think we'll need to see pictures of the inside to answer this the most effectively. Feel free to add some to your original post. [br]
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This could just be some parts aren't quite aligned properly, or it could be there is some damage to the giant flexible cable that carries all the button signals.
Since replacing the joysticks requires soldering, we'll also want to see pictures of your work to be sure nothing on the board is amiss.