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Bosch dishwashers error codes

21 dishwasher error codes for Bosch dishwashers, what each one means and what to try, paraphrased from Bosch's own source. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your own manual.

All codes

E01 / E0100

What it means: Fault in the heat pump motor circuit on the main control board. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E02 / E03 / E0103 / E0107

What it means: Main control board relay fault. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E04 / E0105

What it means: The self-test found faulty heater electronics. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904) for assistance.

E05 / E0106

What it means: Fault in the wash arm diverter circuit on the main control board. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E06 / E8000

What it means: Door sensor circuit fault. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E07 / E2130

What it means: The Crystal Dry (zeolite) fan motor is defective. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E09 / E2030 / E6001

What it means: Heat pump internal heater fault. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E10 / E2120

What it means: Crystal Dry (zeolite) chamber heater fault. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E12 / E2060

What it means: Limescale has built up in the heat pump. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Descale the dishwasher (the Bosch descaler can be used); limescale builds up quickly in hard water areas.

E14 / E3000

What it means: Flow meter failure or a problem with water filling. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904) for assistance.

E15 / E3100

What it means: Water was found in the base; the leak protection system turned on. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Turn off the water inflow.
  2. Contact Bosch Customer Support at 1-800-944-2904 for assistance.

Safety. Shut off the water supply to stop a possible leak. Source: Dishwasher Error Codes (Bosch Home US Support).

E16 / E17 / E3300 / E3400

What it means: Water is not getting into the dishwasher properly. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Check the inlet hose is not kinked or damaged.

E18 / E200

What it means: Water level is too low or water is not pumping right. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Check the inlet hose for kinks or damage.
  2. Make sure the water supply is on.

E19 / E6900

What it means: Detergent dispenser solenoid circuit fault. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E21 / E6002

What it means: The heat pump is blocked. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If it is not fixed, call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904).

E22 / E9240

What it means: Usually a blocked filter. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Take out the filter and wash it under running water.

E23 / E6101

What it means: The drain pump is blocked, clogged or faulty. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904) for assistance.

E24 / E25 / E6102 / E6103

What it means: The drain pump is blocked or its cover is loose. You can usually fix this yourself.

What to try

  1. Remove the drain pump cover, remove standing water and loose debris, and replace the cover so it clicks into place.
  2. Check the drain pump hose and make sure it is not bent or kinked.

E27 / E9001

What it means: The house power supply to the unit is too low. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Reset power to the breaker for 30 seconds.
  2. If the error occurs again, contact an electrician to check the incoming voltage.

E0110

What it means: Electronics miscommunication failure. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904) for assistance.

E6160

What it means: PowerControl lower spray arm: reference position not found. This one often needs a licensed technician.

What to try

  1. Call Bosch Customer Support (1-800-944-2904) for assistance.

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