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ROOMBA·FAULT ERR 14 WARN

Roomba Error 14 — Bin not detected

Severity: Warning — robot is safe, cleaning paused 600eijs
Last verified: 2026-07-05 Tools: none Time: ~5 min Difficulty: easy

DIRECT ANSWER

Error 14 means your Roomba can't detect an installed bin. In most cases the bin isn't seated correctly, or the metal bin contacts are dirty. Reseat the bin, wipe the contacts, and reboot — no tools required.
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COMMON CAUSES · RANKED

1

Bin not seated correctly MOST COMMON

The bin looks installed but never clicked in fully — the detection switch stays open.

2

Dirty bin contacts

A thin layer of carbon dust on the metal contacts is enough to block the detection signal.

3

Missing or loose filter

On i, j and s series the bin won't register if the filter is out or badly seated.

4

Faulty bin-detect sensor or damaged bin RARE

Usually after a drop or washing the bin's electronics. Fix is a replacement bin.

HOW TO FIX IT

No battery or electrical work involved in this fix.

Reseat the bin

Remove the bin, then reinstall it until it clicks. Press CLEAN.

Clean the bin contacts

Wipe the metal contacts on both the bin and the robot with a lightly dampened melamine foam (e.g. Magic Eraser). Let them dry before reinstalling.

Check the filter

Make sure the bin is empty and the filter is properly installed — a loose filter alone can trigger Error 14.

Reboot the robot

Press and hold CLEAN until you hear the reboot tone, then release and retry.

Still failing? Replace the bin

If Error 14 persists after a reboot, the bin or its detection sensor is likely faulty — see compatible parts below.

COMPATIBLE PARTS

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Replacement dust bin — i series

Replacement dust bin — i series

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Rinse the bin with water only after removing the filter; a cracked latch is the usual reason to replace it.

Compatibility and replacement details → Check price on Amazon ↗
Replacement dust bin — s series

Replacement dust bin — s series

s9s9+
Compatibility and replacement details → Check price on Amazon ↗
High-efficiency filter, 3-pack — e, i & j series

High-efficiency filter, 3-pack — e, i & j series

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iRobot recommends replacing the filter about every 2-3 months; tap it clean weekly, never rinse it.

Compatibility and replacement details → Check price on Amazon ↗

RELATED FIRMWARE

i series (i1, i3, i4, i6, i7, i8)

3.2.43.12.83.20.722.7.222.29.322.522.6.0

Firmware timelines are rebuilt monthly from release notes. Versions marked as sample data are community-reported and not yet verified. Full firmware timeline →

MODELS AFFECTED

Model Status Firmware Parts Verified
Roomba 614 limited 600 Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba 675 limited 600 Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba 690 limited 600 Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba 694 limited 600 Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba e5 / e6 limited e Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba i1 / i1+ limited i Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba i3 / i3+ limited i Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba i4 / i4+ limited i Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba i6 / i6+ limited i Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba i7 / i7+ limited i Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba i8 / i8+ limited i Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba j7 / j7+ limited j Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba j9 / j9+ active j Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba s9 / s9+ limited s Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba Combo j7+ limited j Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source
Roomba Combo j9+ active j Parts → 2026-07-05 · Source

Models resolved from the series chips above. Support status comes from our EOL library; rows link to the matching parts and firmware pages.

Sources

Verification

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Last verified: 2026-07-05 · How we verify a fault code

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