Bissell Intermittent Side Brush Drive

Robot vacuum's side brush does not spin, but no side brush error code is displayed.

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Possible Causes

Loose side brush, Stripped side brush hub, Weak side brush motor, Loose motor connector

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the robot.

  • Check brush attachment: Ensure the side brush is firmly attached and the retaining screw is tight.
  • Inspect hub: Remove the brush and check for a rounded or cracked hub. Replace the side brush if damaged.
  • Test motor: With the robot on and running a cleaning cycle, observe whether the motor shaft turns without the brush installed (keep fingers clear).
  • If shaft does not turn or is weak: Replace the side brush motor module.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Side Brush
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