[Fix my robot](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/) / [Dreame robot mower](https://robotsforthat.com/guides/dreame-robot-mower-error-codes/) / Positioning failed ● Checked Nov 12, 2026 From Dreame support Dreame robot mower # Dreame robot mower "Positioning failed": what it means and the fix Steps **3** Tools **None** Parts None Works for Dreame A2 and A3 AWD series (A3 AWD 1000, A3 AWD Pro 2500 and 3500). Short answer **What it means:** When a task started, the mower could not work out where it is. The LiDAR may be blocked. **Quick fix:** Check that nothing is blocking the LiDAR. ## Fix it in 3 steps - Check that nothing is blocking the LiDAR. Done? - Move the robot by hand to a flat, open place inside the map and try again. Done? - If it still fails, dock the robot in the station and start the task from there. Did it work? **Fixed when:** The task starts. Great, it is fixed. Bookmark this page in case it comes back. **Still showing Positioning failed?** The message keeps coming back after a restart. Contact Dreame after-sales service through support.dreametech.com, or the aftersales@dreame.tech address in the manual, with your serial number and a photo or video of the problem. Contact Dreame support. [Dreame support →](https://support.dreametech.com/hc/en-us) ## Parts that fix this [Charging dock For Dreame robot mower on Amazon Check price →](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Dreame%20robot%20mower%20charging%20dock&tag=robotsforthatai-20) Check the part fits your model. 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Risk of being stolen ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-away-from-map-theft-alarm/)[Failed to return to the charging station ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-failed-to-return-to-station/)[Failed to dock in the charging station ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-failed-to-dock/)[Insufficient space for turning in front of the station ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-insufficient-turning-space/)[Path obstructed ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-path-obstructed/)[There is an issue with the front camera ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-front-camera-issue/)[Boundary detection error occurs during Auto-Mapping ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-auto-mapping-boundary-error/)[Abnormal vibration ›](https://robotsforthat.com/fix/dreame-mower-abnormal-vibration/)[All 35 Dreame robot mower codes →](https://robotsforthat.com/guides/dreame-robot-mower-error-codes/) ## Keeps happening? 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