Common Problems

Understand what's wrong before you call for service

13 guides

A bare hand holds a kitchen thermometer in hot water from the tap, the quick check for whether the dishwasher is receiving hot water.

Bosch Dishwasher E01 Error: When the Water Never Heats

E01 on a Bosch dishwasher means the water never heats. What the burned-out element, board relay and wiring look like, what to check at home and when to book a visit.

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Washer 7 min

Bosch Washer E17 Error: When the Drum Fills Past the Safe Level

E17 on a Bosch washer means water above the safe level. What the stuck valve, sensor and pressure hose look like, how to drain safely and when to book a visit.

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Dishwasher 7 min

Bosch Dishwasher E22 Error: Clogged Drain Filter

E22 on a Bosch dishwasher means a clogged drain filter or a partly blocked pump. How to clear it in ten minutes, when it points past the filter, and what a visit costs.

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Dishwasher 8 min

Bosch Dishwasher E09 Error: The Heat Pump Has Failed

E09 on a Bosch dishwasher means the heat pump drying stage has failed. Why dishes come out wet, how it differs from a drain fault, and what it costs to fix.

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Washer 9 min

Bosch Washing Machine Error Codes: What Each One Means

A sorted chart of the Bosch washer codes documented on this site — fill, drain, door, and the four that mean stop — with the checks that belong to you and the ones that do not.

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Microwave 7 min

Bosch Microwave E3 Error: What the Door Fault Means

E3 on a Bosch microwave is a door system fault, not a cooking fault. Here is what the interlocks are reporting, the one check worth doing, and when it needs a technician.

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Dishwasher 7 min

Bosch Dishwasher Not Drying? Why Your Dishes Come Out Wet

Bosch dishwashers dry by condensation, not with a heating element. Here is why dishes come out damp, what rinse aid actually does, and when it is a real fault.

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Dishwasher 5 min

Bosch Service Push Highlights Common Dishwasher Error Codes Homeowners Need to Know

Key Takeaways Bosch dishwasher error codes E12, E15, E22, and E24 are among the most common issues homeowners face E15 indicates a potential water leak and requires immediate attention, includ...

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