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Thermador · T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System

Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System E1 Error Fix: Temperature Sensor Error

The refrigerator's temperature sensor is malfunctioning or disconnected. This error triggers when the sensor readings are out of expected range, causing the fridge to not regulate temperature properly.

High severity2 fixes available

Quick Answer

Error E1 on the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System means: Temperature Sensor Error. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Temperature Sensor” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $30-$50). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · refrigerator

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Root Cause Analysis

Sensor MalfunctionPrimary

When to Call a Professional

While many refrigerator repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

This is a high severity error — continued use may cause damage or a safety hazard
The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $120-$180.

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dishwasher · 2 fixes

ME302WS Masterpiece Wall Oven

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T18IF905SP 18 in Column Freezer with 5.1 cu ft Capacity and LED Lighting

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T30IR905SP 30 in Column Refrigerator with 15.5 cu ft Capacity, WiFi, and ThermaFresh System

refrigerator · 2 fixes

Other Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System Error Codes

E10

Freezer Defrost Thermostat Fault

2 fixes

E11

Door Gasket Seal Failure

2 fixes

E12

Ice Maker Heater Failure

2 fixes

E13

Water Filter Bypass Detected

2 fixes

E14

Condenser Fan Motor Failure

Ice Bucket Motor Jam

Temperature Sensor Open Circuit

2 fixes

E17

Ice Maker Sensor Fault

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System Error E1

What does error code E1 mean on a Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System?

Error code E1 on the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System means: Temperature Sensor Error. The refrigerator's temperature sensor is malfunctioning or disconnected. This error triggers when the sensor readings are out of expected range, causing the fridge to not regulate temperature properly.

How do I fix error code E1 on my Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System?

The most successful fix is "Replace Temperature Sensor" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $30-$50. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code E1 on a Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System serious?

This error is rated high severity. You should address it promptly — continued use could cause damage or safety concerns.

Can I fix Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System error E1 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Temperature Sensor") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System error E1?

DIY cost: $30-$50. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System have?

The Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System has 8 other known error codes, including: E10 (Freezer Defrost Thermostat Fault), E11 (Door Gasket Seal Failure), E12 (Ice Maker Heater Failure), E13 (Water Filter Bypass Detected), E14 (Condenser Fan Motor Failure), and 3 more.

Which other Thermador models have the E1 error?

Error code E1 also appears on 4 other Thermador models: DWHD660WFM 24 in 42 dBA Sapphire Series Dishwasher with Star Dry and WiFi Connectivity, ME302WS Masterpiece Wall Oven, T18IF905SP 18 in Column Freezer with 5.1 cu ft Capacity and LED Lighting, T30IR905SP 30 in Column Refrigerator with 15.5 cu ft Capacity, WiFi, and ThermaFresh System. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System have?

The Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System has 8 other known error codes:

E10 — Freezer Defrost Thermostat Fault (2 fixes)
E11 — Door Gasket Seal Failure (2 fixes)
E12 — Ice Maker Heater Failure (2 fixes)
E13 — Water Filter Bypass Detected (2 fixes)
E14 — Condenser Fan Motor Failure (2 fixes)
E15 — Ice Bucket Motor Jam (2 fixes)
E16 — Temperature Sensor Open Circuit (2 fixes)
E17 — Ice Maker Sensor Fault (2 fixes)

Which other Thermador models have the E1 error?

Error code E1 also appears on 4 other Thermador models:

DWHD660WFM 24 in 42 dBA Sapphire Series Dishwasher with Star Dry and WiFi Connectivity (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
ME302WS Masterpiece Wall Oven (oven) · 1 fix
T18IF905SP 18 in Column Freezer with 5.1 cu ft Capacity and LED Lighting (refrigerator) · 2 fixes
T30IR905SP 30 in Column Refrigerator with 15.5 cu ft Capacity, WiFi, and ThermaFresh System (refrigerator) · 2 fixes

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