ERROR CODE · MIELE REFRIGERATOR · ORANGE COUNTY
Miele Refrigerator Error Code F122
Ambient air temperature sensor fault — sensor on the condenser at the bottom kick has failed.
What F122 means.
F122 flags a fault on the ambient-air sensor, which sits on the condenser at the bottom-left behind the kick plate. Miele uses this sensor to adjust compressor speed based on how warm the kitchen is. Without it the controller falls back to a default that is fine for a 72°F kitchen but inefficient for warmer rooms. F122 does not typically affect food safety — it affects energy efficiency and run-time.
Most common causes.
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Ambient sensor failed.
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Wire chafed against the condenser frame.
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Connector corroded from condensation.
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Control board input failed.
Try this first — safe DIY troubleshooting.
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Pull the kick plate at the bottom and inspect the condenser area for visible damage.
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Schedule diagnostics — sensor replacement is straightforward but requires kick-plate removal.
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In the meantime, the unit continues to cool — F122 is informational, not a stop-the-fridge code.
What does this repair cost?
Typical part cost
$60–$140
Full repair (parts + labor)
$240–$380
Time on site
45–60 min
Prices reflect 2026 OEM part costs for the Orange County market. Diagnostic is $65, waived when you authorize the repair. 3-month warranty on parts and labor; 6–12 months on compressor and sealed-system work.
Three steps. No surprises.
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Book in 2 minutes.
Pick your symptom and a time window. We confirm by text.
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Diagnose in 60 minutes.
We arrive in a marked van, diagnose the issue, and quote the repair before we touch a screw. $65 diagnostic fee — waived if you say yes to the repair.
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Fix it today, when we can.
Most repairs finish in the same visit because parts ride on the truck. Every job carries a 3-month warranty (6–12 months on compressor work).
What your neighbors said this month.
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I couldn't recommend this company more highly. I have used them several times and found Ivan to be knowledgeable, responsive, honest and courteous. He has saved me from buying a new refrigerator twice and unlike so many vendors, he is always able to diagnose the problem quickly and always knows how to fix it. If you want someone reliable who truly knows his craft and is always fair and reasonable, call We Fix Fridges!
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We have used this company several times now. I wanted to leave a review because Ivan really went above and beyond for this last repair the day before a big holiday weekend. He saved us! 100% recommend him. Besides being so knowledgeable which helps with diagnosis to repairs he is courteous and timely and we have found his prices to be very fair. It's hard to find a trustworthy reliable repair person. We have Ivan on text now!
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Highly recommended. Been in business with Ivan 3 different times with different appliances and all were satisfactory with problem fixed. He even figured out an indirect minor issue and fixed it for us with no charge without us asking for it. Ivan will be the first one I call in any cases of an appliance that needs repair.
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Don't wait — Miele F122 usually gets worse.
We diagnose in 60 minutes, quote in writing, and most repairs finish on the first visit. OEM parts on the truck.