E12
Lectron DC Leakage / Residual Current Fault

Lectron EV charger displays E12 and stops charging; may be associated with DC leakage detection.

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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

Vehicle onboard charger injecting DC into ground, Faulty DC leakage sensor on Lectron board, Moisture or contamination causing leakage paths

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: DC leakage faults are serious. Do not continue using the charger until the cause is identified.

  • 1. Try another EV: If available, test the Lectron charger with a different vehicle. If E12 only occurs with one EV, the issue is likely in that vehicle’s charging system.
  • 2. Inspect for moisture and contamination: With power OFF, open the Lectron unit and look for moisture, dust, or conductive debris on the main board and around current sensors. Clean gently with dry compressed air and allow to dry completely.
  • 3. Check installation environment: Ensure the charger is not installed where it is regularly sprayed with water or exposed to heavy condensation.

Resolution: If E12 occurs with multiple vehicles in a dry, clean environment, the DC leakage detection circuitry on the main control board is likely defective. Replace the main control board or entire unit via Lectron support.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Lectron Main Control Board with DC Leakage Sensor
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