Refrigerator Diagnostics

Bosch Refrigerator
Error Codes

Meanings, severity levels, safe checks you can perform, and when to call a technician.

Enter the code shown on your refrigerator display

Is it safe to keep using it?

Depends on code severity. Low/Medium codes often allow continued use, High severity requires immediate stop.

Can error codes be reset?

Some codes clear after power cycle. Persistent codes indicate underlying issues needing repair.

When should I stop using it?

Stop immediately for water leak codes, burning smell, or any High severity error.

Most Common Codes

E20 E11 E09 E08 E07 E05 E04 E02 E03 E01

All Codes

E01 E02 E03 E04 E05 E07 E08 E09 E11 E20

Error Code Directory

Click any code for detailed troubleshooting steps

Low Medium High

Code Meaning Severity Common Symptom

E01 Fridge Temp Sensor Fault Medium The compressor never cycles off because it cannot determine when the target temperature is reached. View E02 Freezer Temp Sensor Fault Medium Frozen foods begin to thaw and ice cream becomes soft or partially melted. View E03 Fridge Defrost Error Medium A thick layer of ice or frost forms on the rear interior wall of the refrigerator compartment. View E04 Freezer Defrost Error Medium Heavy ice accumulates on freezer walls, shelves, or around the evaporator cover panel. View E05 Door Switch Error Low The fridge light remains on constantly (even with door closed) or never turns on at all. View E07 Fridge Evaporator Fan Fault High The freezer maintains temperature but the fridge compartment gradually warms up. View E08 Freezer Fan Fault High The freezer temperature rises despite the compressor running. View E09 Evaporator Sensor Error Medium The fridge alternates between too cold and too warm, with food sometimes freezing. View E11 Compressor Failure High Both fridge and freezer sections warm to room temperature over several hours. View E20 Communication Error Medium The display panel shows wrong temperature readings, garbled characters, or goes completely dark. View