Turn the e-Bike fully off, wait about 10 seconds, then power it back on. If the battery is removable, remove it and reinstall it firmly until it’s latched, then restart.
Lectric Error Codes List: Meanings, Quick Fixes, and When to Call Support
Written by: Chris Van Leuven | January 28, 2026 | Time to read 4 min
Lectric e-Bike error codes E003–E011 and HOT explained: quick fixes, common causes, and when to call support or a local shop.
More about the Author: Chris Van Leuven
Chris is a writer, climber, and founder of Yosemite E-Biking in Mariposa, CA. When he’s not tackling Sierra Foothills trails or scaling rock walls, he’s crafting adventure stories with his boxer, Fenster. His work has appeared in Outside, Men’s Journal, Gripped, and Best American Sports Writing.
If your Lectric e-Bike flashes an error code during a ride, you can usually clear it with a quick reset and a careful connector check. Lectric e-Bikes appear everywhere once you start noticing: riding along bike paths, parked next to RVs at campgrounds, and commuting around cities. When the bike displays a code, it’s usually the system protecting itself from a loose connection, a sensor signal it doesn't like, a voltage drop under load, or heat.
Codes can differ by model year and display. Use this as a quick reference, then verify details in the manual for your specific e-Bike.
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Table of Contents
Confirm your exact Lectric setup
Complete list of Lectric e-Bike error codes
Error code E003: Pedal assist sensor signal
Error code E006: Battery voltage too low under load
Error code E007: Motor issue detected
Error code E008: Throttle issue detected
Error code E009: Controller fault
Error code E010: Display communication reception issue
Error code E011: Display communication send issue
Error code HOT: System temperature protection
Quick reset and safety check
- Power the e-Bike off, wait 10 seconds, then power it back on.
- If the battery is removable, remove it and reinstall it firmly until it’s fully latched.
- Scan connectors and cables for moisture, grit, pinches, or a plug that isn’t fully seated.
Confirm your exact Lectric setup
- Note your model and model year, and when the code appears: startup, under load, or after folding.
- Check the high-stress wiring zones: handlebars and head tube, folding joint, rear hub motor cable.
Complete list of Lectric e-Bike error codes
- E003: Pedal assist sensor signal
- E006: Battery voltage too low under load
- E007: Motor issue detected
- E008: Throttle issue detected
- E009: Controller fault
- E010: Display communication reception issue
- E011: Display communication send issue
- HOT: System temperature protection
Error code E003: Pedal assist sensor signal
What it usually means: The controller isn’t reading the pedal assist sensor cleanly.
Try this: power off, reseat the PAS connector, then inspect the cable near folding points for a pinch.
Error code E006: Battery voltage too low under load
What it usually means: Voltage is sagging when you ask for power: hills, heavy loads, cold weather, or an aging battery.
Try this: fully charge, reseat the battery, clean the contacts, then retest with lower assist and an easier gear on climbs.
Error code E007: Motor issue detected
A motor-side issue, often tied to the rear hub motor cable connection.
Try this: power off, reseat the rear hub motor cable connection, then check the cable run for strain or damage.
Error code E008: Throttle issue detected
The system isn’t happy with the throttle signal.
Try this: make sure the throttle snaps back freely, then reseat the throttle connector and check for dirt, moisture, or bent pins.
Error code E009: Controller fault
The controller is seeing an internal fault or a wiring condition it doesn’t like.
Try this: full power cycle, reseat the battery, and reseat any accessible harness connectors. If it returns immediately, plan on a shop visit.
Error code E010: Display communication reception issue
The display is not receiving the expected signal from the controller.
Try this: power down, reseat the display connector and main harness connection, and check cable routing at the head tube and folding joint.
Error code E011: Display communication send issue
Similar to E010, but on the “send” side of the communication loop.
Try this: same steps as E010. If it persists, a shop can isolate the issue to the display, harness, or controller.
Error code HOT: System temperature protection
The system is hot enough to reduce or cut assist.
Try this: stop, power off, cool down, then ride with lower assist and a higher cadence on climbs.
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When to stop and get help with e-Bike error codes
Call Lectric support or visit a local e-Bike shop near you if:
Call Lectric support or visit a local e-Bike shop near you if:
• The battery case is swollen, cracked, or damaged
• You smell burning, see smoke, or feel abnormal heat near the battery or controller
• You see corrosion, melted connectors, or obvious cable damage
• The same code returns every ride after you reseat and dry connections
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Preventing repeat error codes
- • After folding, make sure no cable is pinched in the hinge area.
- • Keep connectors clean and dry, and avoid pressure washing around ports and wiring.
- • On climbs, shift early and spin faster. Low cadence plus high assist is the quickest way to trigger heat protection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reset a Lectric e-Bike when an error pops up?
Why does E006 show up on hills even when my battery isn’t empty?
Voltage sag. Hills, heavy loads, cold temperatures, and aging cells can drop voltage under demand.
Where do I take a Lectric e-Bike for service?
Start with a reputable local e-Bike shop that’s comfortable with hub motors and electrical troubleshooting. For model-specific parts, contact Lectric support.
Key Takeaways
- Most error codes come down to a connector, a sensor signal, battery voltage under load, or heat protection.
- Start with a full power cycle, battery reseat, and a connector check in the high-stress wiring zones.
- If the same code repeats, or you see heat, damage, or water intrusion, stop guessing and get help.
