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E1 error code on a fridge or freezer

Temperature sensor fault

A thermistor fault: the temperature sensor isn't reading correctly, so the fridge can't regulate itself.

Also shown as E01

Worth repairing?

Worth fixing

Fix it, and don't put it off. A cheap sensor left alone means spoiled food, which will cost you more than the part.

Can you do it yourself?

Moderate

About 30 minutes

Before you start

  • Unplug it before you touch anything inside.
  • Keep an eye on food temperatures until it's fixed.

What to check, in order

  1. Check it's still cooling

    If it is, you have a little time, but don't leave it.

  2. Test the sensor

    It can be tested for continuity with a multimeter, and replaced if it fails.

When to call an engineer

If you don't have a multimeter or can't reach the sensor.

Parts people end up buying

Only if the checks above point to a part. Match it to your model number first: it's on a label inside the fridge, usually on a side wall, or on the back.

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About this code

Unbranded and less common appliances don't publish one shared code list, so this page gives the most common meaning across makers. Your manual is the final word, and the model number that finds it is on a label inside the fridge, usually on a side wall, or on the back.

Last reviewed September 2026.

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