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ABB Error 38664 — Motor / cable motor / Drive fault

Error

ABB 38664 (“Motor / cable motor / Drive fault”): Intermittent short circuit detected on the motor or cable of an axis; typical of insulation degradation or an intermittent wiring fault. Likely part: Moteur / Câble moteur / Drive (motor / cable motor / Drive).

Updated 2026-10-22 · LogrobotLM reference

What it means

Intermittent short circuit detected on the motor or cable of an axis; typical of insulation degradation or an intermittent wiring fault.

What to check

  • LOTO.
  • Identify the indicated axis; inspect cable and connectors; perform an insulation test in accordance with the manufacturer and compare motor/cable/drive before replacement.
  • Note: Precursor/intermittent form of 38665. May lead to suspecting the cable, the motor, contamination of the connections or the Drive.

Part to check / replace

ABB 38664 points to the hardware below — start here before ordering.

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Related codes

34100Drive system fault34200Axis Computer / Drive Units fault34201Drive Unit fault

Same hardware involved

38665Moteur / Câble moteur / Drive

Indicative field information — the robot manufacturer's manual and safety procedures always prevail. Never bypass a safety device; apply lockout/tagout (LOTO) before any physical intervention. How this reference is built →