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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 E5 Error Fix: Compressor Overload

The compressor is drawing excessive current or overheating, triggering an overload protection. This prevents the compressor from running and stops cooling.

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Quick Answer

Error E5 on the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System means: Compressor Overload. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Compressor Start Relay and Overload Protector” (hard difficulty, ~120 min, DIY cost: $60-$90). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · refrigerator

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Root Cause Analysis

Motor FailurePrimary

Electrical Fault

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: $300-$450.

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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

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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 E5

What does error code E5 mean on a Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System?

Error code E5 on the Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System means: Compressor Overload. The compressor is drawing excessive current or overheating, triggering an overload protection. This prevents the compressor from running and stops cooling.

How do I fix error code E5 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 Compressor Start Relay and Overload Protector" (hard difficulty, ~120 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $60-$90. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code E5 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 critical severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Thermador T36BB925SS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ThermaFresh System error E5 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Compressor Start Relay and Overload Protector") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 120 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 E5?

DIY cost: $60-$90. Professional repair typically costs $300-$450. 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 E5 error?

Error code E5 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:

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 E5 error?

Error code E5 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) · 2 fixes
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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