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E2 error code on a fridge or freezer

Fan motor blocked or failed

The fan motor has failed or is blocked, so cold air isn't circulating.

Also shown as E02

Worth repairing?

Worth fixing

Defrost first, because it's free and often the whole fix. If the motor really has failed, it's still worth replacing on a fridge under about ten years old.

Can you do it yourself?

Easy

Mostly waiting for it to defrost

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. Look for ice

    Ice building up and jamming the fan blade is the most common cause.

  2. Defrost it fully

    Empty it, switch it off and leave the doors open. That often fixes it.

  3. Listen for the fan

    If the blade is clear but the fan stays silent, the motor has gone.

When to call an engineer

If the motor needs replacing and you'd rather not open the back panel.

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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