error-12 Troubleshooting

Error 12 on the iRobot Roomba i3

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Robot cannot start or the wheel is stuck. The main brush or wheels may be jammed.

How to fix Error 12

Clear the brush and wheels

Turn the robot over and remove hair or debris wrapped around the brush and wheels.

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Difficulty: ★ Est. 5 min

Restart the robot

Hold the power button for 10 seconds to force a restart, then place it on the dock.

Source: ProductDB robot-vacuum seed Confidence: 80% Verified Aug 8, 2026
Difficulty: ★ Est. 1 min

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