error-5 Troubleshooting

Error 5 on the iRobot Roomba i7+

Source: iRobot support — Roomba troubleshooting Confidence: 90% Verified Aug 9, 2026

Left wheel is stuck. The robot cannot move forward. The left wheel may be blocked by debris or a fault in the drop sensor.

How to fix Error 5

Clean the main brush

Remove the main brush, clean it thoroughly to remove hair and debris, and reinstall it.

Source: iRobot support — Roomba troubleshooting Confidence: 90% Verified Aug 9, 2026
Difficulty: ★ Est. 10 min

Parts needed: iRobot s9+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot j7+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot j7 Combo Main Brush Roller, iRobot j5 Combo Main Brush Roller, iRobot Roomba i7+ Cleaning tool, iRobot i7+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot i8+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot i6+ Main Brush Roller

Replace the main brush

If the brush is worn or damaged, replace it with a genuine one.

Source: iRobot support — Roomba troubleshooting Confidence: 90% Verified Aug 9, 2026
Difficulty: ★ Est. 10 min

Parts needed: iRobot s9+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot j7+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot j7 Combo Main Brush Roller, iRobot j5 Combo Main Brush Roller, iRobot Roomba i7+ Cleaning tool, iRobot i7+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot i8+ Main Brush Roller, iRobot i6+ Main Brush Roller

Replacement parts for the iRobot Roomba i7+

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