Error 0015
Neato Tilt Sensor or Orientation Sensor Fault

LEDs indicate a tilt or orientation error; vacuum shuts off when angled or used on stairs

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Defective tilt sensor, Loose sensor mounting, Damaged sensor wiring, Firmware misread of sensor data

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Disconnect from charger before opening the housing.

  • Step 1 – Confirm behavior: Note if the vacuum shuts off only at extreme angles or even when held level. Normal safety tilt shutoff should only occur at steep angles.
  • Step 2 – Reset: Perform a full power cycle and, if available, a factory reset to clear any sensor calibration issues.
  • Step 3 – Locate sensor: Open the housing and find the tilt/orientation sensor (often a small board-mounted device labeled with orientation markings). Ensure it is firmly attached and not loose.
  • Step 4 – Check connections: Verify the sensor's connector is fully seated on the PCB and that no wires are pinched or broken.
  • Step 5 – Replace sensor/PCB: If the vacuum still reports tilt errors when used normally, the sensor is likely defective. Replace the sensor module if separate, or the main PCB if integrated.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Tilt/Orientation Sensor
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