Mitsubishi Electric Mini-split P5 Error Code — Meaning & Repair Cost (2026)
Drain pump failure. Below: the most likely causes, and what the matching repair costs — Estimated national ranges with a metro localizer. Reviewed July 2026.
What P5 means
Drain pump failure.
Likely causes, most common first
- Clogged condensate drain line
- Failed drain pump
Base: 2 published national repair-cost guides (retrieved 2026-07) · full source registry on the methodology page · Code meaning & causes · Reviewed July 2026
What it usually costs to fix Estimated
P5 on a Mitsubishi Electric mini-split resolves to the ductless mini-split indoor head leaking water problem. Mitsubishi Electric parts typically run ×1.2 against the mainstream baseline (Widely described as carrying a 'brand tax' as the perceived pinnacle of ductless mini-split technology; the same direct comparison used for Daikin shows a comparable 12,000 BTU Mitsubishi system quoting $300-$800 higher than Daikin despite identical installation labor — mid-premium, above Daikin.), and the ranges below already include it.
$100–$510 national estimate to fix the fault behind P5 (Mitsubishi Electric parts ×1.2). Enter a ZIP to localize.
| Most common repair | Typical total | DIY? |
|---|---|---|
| Condensate drain line clear / clean | $100–$510 | DIY possible |
| Condensate pump replacement | $160–$430 | Pro recommended |
Plus a typical service-call / diagnostic fee of $75–$150, often credited toward the repair.
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Base: 2 published national repair-cost guides (retrieved 2026-07) · full source registry on the methodology page · National base range (BLS OEWS May 2025 + BEA RPP 2024) · Reviewed July 2026 · Estimated
Codes are universal — your location changes the repair price, never the code's meaning. See the methodology for the exact localization formula and sources.
Reviewed by a Red Seal–certified appliance technician who also holds a Technical Safety BC gas ticket (Gas-C) and an ODS/halocarbon refrigerant ticket (CFC/HCFC/HFC).