Roomba i Series
Roomba i Series Error 8: Vacuum motor or clogged filter
Quick answer
Error eight (8) means the Roomba® i Series vacuum motor is having problems spinning or the filter is clogged.
Editor: Feroz Sheikh · Updated · How we verify
Exact message and stated cause
| Where it appears | Message | Manufacturer's stated cause |
|---|---|---|
| i Series chart | Vacuum problem. See the app for help | Vacuum has poor suction |
Check your model first
These instructions cover Roomba i Series (Roomba i1, Roomba i3, Roomba i4, Roomba i5, Roomba i6, Roomba i7, Roomba i8 in this catalog). Match the full model name and the complete message before continuing.
Manufacturer checks in order
- Press the bin release button on the back of the robot to remove the bin.
- Open the bin door to empty the bin.
- Grasp the side of the filter to remove the filter from the left side of the bin.
- Shake off debris by tapping the filter against your trash container.
- Filters are not designed to be washed or to come in contact with liquid.
- Place the filter back into the bin.
- Slide the bin into the bin slot, securing it into place.
- If the problem persists, remove the filter and then wash the bin.
Safety notes
Use the instructions for your exact robot and dock. Stop if the unit is wet, unusually hot, damaged or has a swollen battery. Contact the manufacturer; do not bypass sensors or open sealed electrical assemblies.
When to contact support
The manufacturer article lists no further steps for this error. If it continues after these checks, contact the robot manufacturer.
Part usually involved
Only if the checks above fail. The manufacturer article, not this site, decides whether a part is needed.
Filter
- e/i/j High-Efficiency filter (4639161) is listed for Roomba i3, Roomba i4, Roomba i5, Roomba i7, Roomba i8, Roomba i1, Roomba i6.
Before buying a part
No. An error code does not prove a part has failed or that a seller's replacement fits. Check the exact manufacturer identifier separately.
- Roomba i1 parts
- Roomba i3 parts
- Roomba i4 parts
- Roomba i5 parts
- Roomba i6 parts
- Roomba i7 parts
- Roomba i8 parts
Questions about this error
Which models does this guide cover?
These instructions cover Roomba i Series (Roomba i1, Roomba i3, Roomba i4, Roomba i5, Roomba i6, Roomba i7, Roomba i8 in this catalog). Match the full model name and the complete message before continuing.
Does this error prove I need to buy a replacement part?
No. An error code does not prove a part has failed or that a seller's replacement fits. Check the exact manufacturer identifier separately.
Official sources
This guide summarizes published manufacturer instructions. It does not claim a hands-on repair or physical fit test.