Printer problem

Vicky821 · ‎10-16-2025

Hawks_Eye · ‎10-19-2025

Welcome to the HP Support Community! We're here to help you get back up and running.

Thanks for sharing the screenshot. That Printhead Problem message means your printer is having trouble communicating with one or more of its printheads. This can happen due to dried ink, electrical contact issues, or a misalignment.

Let’s walk through steps to restore smooth operation:

Step-by-step: Resolve Printhead Communication Issue

1. Power cycle the printer

Turn off the printer and unplug it from the wall
Wait 60 seconds
Plug it back in and power it on

This clears temporary faults and resets internal sensors.

2. Remove and reseat the cartridges

Open the cartridge access door
Gently remove all cartridges
Wipe the copper-colored contacts with a lint-free cloth (no moisture)
Reinsert each cartridge firmly until it clicks into place

3. Clean the printhead contacts

With cartridges removed, inspect the printhead contacts inside the printer
Use a dry, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the contact area
Avoid touching the nozzles directly

4. Run a printhead cleaning cycle

On the printer’s touchscreen, go to Settings > Printer Maintenance > Clean Printhead
Follow the prompts and print a test page

If the issue persists, repeat the cleaning once more after 30 minutes.

5. Update printer firmware

Open the HP App on your device
Select your printer > Printer Settings > Advanced Settings > Tools > Printer Updates
Install any available updates

Firmware updates can improve communication and resolve internal errors.

If the message continues after these steps, the printhead may need deeper cleaning or replacement. You're doing the right thing by staying alert and proactive—let me know if you'd like help interpreting the test page or checking ink levels through the HP App.

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Hawks_Eye

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