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iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO Robot: Common Problems by Age

When your irobot roomba i3+ evo robot is most likely to develop issues, based on community repair data and manufacturer patterns.

Released: 2021Typical lifespan: 4 yearsRepairability: 6/107 known failure types

Last updated: · Failure curves refresh weekly from the repair records

Overall Risk by Age

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LowModerateHighImminent

Key Milestones

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Warranty ends
1 year
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Typical lifespan
4 years

Known Failure Points

Issues spanning early life through late-life degradation, sorted by when they typically appear.

Filter Clogging / Degradation

HEPA and pre-motor filters become clogged with fine dust or degrade over time, restricting airflow and reducing suction power. Can cause motor overheating if not addressed.

moderate
Probability over timePeak: 35%
0 monthsPeak: 1 year2 years
Affects: 35% of devices
Repair cost: ~$30
DIY: easy
Warning signs:
  • Gradually decreasing suction
  • Motor sounds strained
  • Dust escaping from exhaust
  • Vacuum runs hot

Brush Roll / Beater Bar Failure

Brush roll stops spinning due to hair/string wrapping around bearings, worn bristles, or motor burnout. Significantly reduces cleaning effectiveness on carpets.

moderate
Probability over timePeak: 30%
0 monthsPeak: 2 years4.8 years
Affects: 30% of devices
Repair cost: ~$30
DIY: easy
Warning signs:
  • Brush roll spins slowly or stops
  • Burning rubber smell from belt
  • Poor carpet cleaning results
  • Visible hair wrapped around brush

Clean Base / Dock Station Failure

Auto-empty dock motor fails, suction pathway clogs, or charging contacts corrode, preventing automatic emptying and proper docking. Bag-type bases also need regular bag replacement.

minor
Probability over timePeak: 18%
3 monthsPeak: 2 years3.8 years
Affects: 18% of devices
Repair cost: ~$80
DIY: moderate
Warning signs:
  • Robot bin not fully emptied after docking
  • Loud grinding from dock during emptying
  • Robot fails to dock properly
  • Error lights on base station

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