Brandt Refrigerators Error Codes

E0

Refrigerator display shows E0 and cooling performance is reduced or intermittent

Refrigeration System General Fault (self‑diagnostic base code)

E1

Refrigerator shows E1 and fresh food compartment temperature is incorrect or fluctuating

Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Sensor (Thermistor) Fault

E10

E10 displayed and the refrigerator may not cool properly; sometimes accompanied by warm freezer and running compressor

Condenser Fan Motor Fault

E11

E11 displayed and ice maker (if equipped) does not produce ice or overfills

Ice Maker Sensor or Position Switch Fault

E12

E12 displayed and water dispenser (if equipped) does not work or drips continuously

Water Valve or Flow Sensor Fault

E13

E13 displayed and the refrigerator may shut down unexpectedly or fail to start after a power event

EEPROM / Memory Error on Main Control Board

E14

E14 displayed and the refrigerator interior lights may flicker or remain off

LED Lighting Driver or Light Circuit Fault

E15

E15 displayed and the refrigerator may not enter or exit defrost properly, with irregular frost patterns

Defrost Control Logic / Triac Fault

E16

E16 displayed and the refrigerator may not cool at all, with compressor not running

Compressor Drive / Inverter Communication Fault (for inverter models)

E17

E17 displayed and the refrigerator may show incorrect temperature readings or fail to adjust cooling properly

Multiple Sensor Correlation Error

E18

E18 displayed and the refrigerator may not respond to button presses or touch controls

Keypad / Touch Control Fault

E19

E19 displayed and the refrigerator may beep continuously or show door‑open alarm even when doors are closed

Door Alarm Circuit Fault

E2

Freezer temperature is too warm or too cold and the display shows E2

Freezer Compartment Temperature Sensor (Thermistor) Fault

E20

E20 displayed and the refrigerator may not defrost or may defrost too frequently, affecting temperatures

Defrost Timer / Algorithm Error

E3

Display shows E3 and the refrigerator struggles to maintain set temperature, often running continuously

Defrost Sensor / Evaporator Thermistor Fault

E4

Refrigerator shows E4 and there is heavy frost or ice buildup on the freezer back wall

Defrost Heater or Defrost Circuit Failure

E5

Display shows E5 and the refrigerator interior light or fan may behave erratically

Door Switch or Door Status Detection Fault

E6

Refrigerator shows E6 and may not respond correctly to temperature setting changes

User Interface / Display Panel Communication Fault

E7

Alarm beeps and E7 appears; sometimes accompanied by unusually long compressor run times

Ambient Temperature Sensor Fault

E8

E8 displayed and the fan noise from inside the refrigerator or freezer is abnormal or absent

Evaporator Fan Motor Fault

E9

E9 displayed and the compressor may not start or may short‑cycle frequently

Compressor Start / Overload Protection Fault

Symptom

Clicking or buzzing from compressor area, refrigerator intermittently cools then warms

Intermittent Compressor Start / Overheating

Symptom

Condensation forming on exterior cabinet or around door seals

Moisture Control / Mullion Heater Issue

Symptom

Excessive frost buildup in freezer, door difficult to close, ice on gasket area

Air Infiltration / Door Seal Failure

Symptom

Freezer cold but refrigerator section warm, ice buildup on back wall of freezer

Evaporator Frost Block / Defrost System Failure

Symptom

Freezer temperature fluctuates widely, causing soft ice cream and refreezing

Inconsistent Defrost or Sensor Control

Symptom

Ice maker not making ice, but freezer is cold and water dispenser works

Ice Maker Mechanical or Fill Fault

Symptom

Refrigerator compartment too warm while freezer is very cold, with strong airflow noise

Air Damper Stuck Closed or Control Fault

Symptom

Refrigerator cycles on and off rapidly, display flickers or resets

Unstable Power Supply or Control Board Power Fault

Symptom

Refrigerator door not closing properly or swinging open by itself

Door Alignment / Hinge Wear

Symptom

Refrigerator interior light not working but unit cools normally

Lighting Circuit Failure

Symptom

Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or underneath

Defrost Drain Blockage or Drain Pan Overflow

Symptom

Refrigerator makes high‑pitched whine or chirping noise from fan area

Worn Fan Motor Bearings

Symptom

Refrigerator makes loud knocking, banging, or rattling noises during operation

Mechanical Vibration or Fan Interference

Symptom

Refrigerator not cold enough, compressor and fans running but temperatures remain high

Poor Heat Exchange / Condenser or Evaporator Airflow Problem

Symptom

Refrigerator not cooling at all, both compartments warm, interior lights work but compressor is silent

Compressor Start Failure

Symptom

Refrigerator runs constantly and is too cold, food freezing in fresh food compartment

Thermostat or Thermistor Mis‑sensing

Symptom

Refrigerator trips household circuit breaker when it starts

Electrical Short or Overcurrent

Symptom

Strong unpleasant odor inside refrigerator even after basic cleaning

Persistent Organic Contamination / Drain and Insulation Odor

Symptom

Water dispenser not working, but ice maker still produces ice

Dispenser Line or Switch Problem

Symptom

Water pooling inside refrigerator compartment, especially under crisper drawers

Internal Condensate Drain Blockage