Carrier P5-2 Fail Apr 2026

System: Carrier Comfort Series / Performance™ Heat Pumps & Air Handlers Error Display: P5-2 (Flashing on thermostat or control board) Severity: Moderate to High (System shutdown) What Does P5-2 Mean? The P5-2 fault code on a Carrier HVAC system indicates a “Low Pressure Cutout” on refrigerant circuit 2 (in dual-circuit units) or a suction pressure protection lockout after multiple attempts to run. In simpler terms: the compressor has tried to run, but the pressure on the low (suction) side dropped too low too quickly, triggering a safety switch.