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E17

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 E17 Error Fix: Ice Maker Sensor Fault

The ice maker sensor is faulty or disconnected, causing the ice maker to stop production or display error.

Medium severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error E17 on the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System means: Ice Maker Sensor Fault. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Ice Maker Sensor” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $25-$40). 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:

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-$170.

Other Thermador Models with Error E17

DWHD770WFP 24 in 39 dBA Emerald Series Dishwasher with Steam Cleaning and WiFi

dishwasher · 2 fixes

ME302WS Masterpiece Wall Oven

oven · 2 fixes

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

refrigerator · 2 fixes

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

Temperature Sensor Error

2 fixes

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

People Also Ask About Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System Error E17

What does error code E17 mean on a Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System?

Error code E17 on the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System means: Ice Maker Sensor Fault. The ice maker sensor is faulty or disconnected, causing the ice maker to stop production or display error.

How do I fix error code E17 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 Ice Maker Sensor" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $25-$40. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code E17 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 medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Can I fix Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System error E17 myself?

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

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 E17?

DIY cost: $25-$40. Professional repair typically costs $120-$170. 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: E1 (Temperature Sensor Error), E10 (Freezer Defrost Thermostat Fault), E11 (Door Gasket Seal Failure), E12 (Ice Maker Heater Failure), E13 (Water Filter Bypass Detected), and 3 more.

Which other Thermador models have the E17 error?

Error code E17 also appears on 3 other Thermador models: DWHD770WFP 24 in 39 dBA Emerald Series Dishwasher with Steam Cleaning and WiFi, ME302WS Masterpiece Wall Oven, T18IF905SP 18 in Column Freezer with 5.1 cu ft Capacity and LED Lighting. 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:

E1 — Temperature Sensor Error (2 fixes)
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)

Which other Thermador models have the E17 error?

Error code E17 also appears on 3 other Thermador models:

DWHD770WFP 24 in 39 dBA Emerald Series Dishwasher with Steam Cleaning and WiFi (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
ME302WS Masterpiece Wall Oven (oven) · 2 fixes
T18IF905SP 18 in Column Freezer with 5.1 cu ft Capacity and LED Lighting (refrigerator) · 2 fixes

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