Bosch Washing Machines

47 fault codes documented

E02

E02 — Motor problem

There is an issue with the motor, which could involve worn motor brushes, electrical faults, or problems with the motor control module.

E67

E67 — Incorrect module encoding

The firmware on the control module may have failed or is incorrectly encoded. This can lead to various operational errors.

F01

F01 — Door not closed or laundry obstructing door

The washing machine door is not properly closed, preventing the program from starting or completing. This could be due to the door not being shut firmly or an item of laundry caught in the door seal.

F01 (Bosch WFP)

F01 (Bosch WFP) — Aquastop system error

The Aquastop system has reported an error, typically meaning it's not responding to low pressure correctly, or a leak is detected. This prevents water from entering the machine.

F02

F02 — Water not supplied

The washing machine is not receiving water. This could be due to the water tap being turned off, low water pressure, or a blocked inlet hose filter.

F02 (Bosch WFP)

F02 (Bosch WFP) — Water heating system malfunction

The water temperature is not reaching the set value within the expected time. This points to an issue with the temperature sensor or the heating element itself.

F03

F03 — Water not draining

The washing machine is unable to drain water from the drum within the expected time. This usually indicates a blockage in the drain system or a faulty drain pump.

F03 (Bosch WFP)

F03 (Bosch WFP) — Drainage system malfunction

The washing machine is unable to drain water to the required level within the allotted time. This is usually due to the drain pump or hose.

F04

F04 — Water leakage detected

The washing machine has detected a water leak. This requires immediate attention to prevent water damage.

F04 (Bosch WFP)

F04 (Bosch WFP) — No signal from the gearmotor

The control circuit for the gearmotor (which drives the drum) is not receiving a signal. This could be a fault in the control circuit or the tachogenerator.

F05 (Bosch WFP)

F05 (Bosch WFP) — Motor malfunction

The motor is starting unexpectedly or running at incorrect times. This indicates a fault in the motor control circuit.

F06 (Bosch WFP)

F06 (Bosch WFP) — Heating water monitoring system NTC sensor failure

The NTC temperature sensor has failed, likely due to a short circuit. This affects the monitoring of water temperature during heating.

F07 (Bosch WFP)

F07 (Bosch WFP) — Water heating monitoring system malfunction

There is a malfunction in the control circuit for the NTC temperature sensor, or the sensor itself has failed (short circuit). This prevents proper water heating.

F08 (Bosch WFP)

F08 (Bosch WFP) — Washing machine access door is open

The washing machine door is not fully closed or the latch mechanism is defective. This prevents the program from starting.

F10 (Bosch WFP)

F10 (Bosch WFP) — Circuit malfunction between motor and controller

There is a communication error between the motor and the main control board. This can cause the drum to stop working.

F11 (Bosch WFP)

F11 (Bosch WFP) — Motor malfunction

The motor has malfunctioned, potentially due to overheating or a faulty control triac on the board. The drum stops working.

F12 (Bosch WFP)

F12 (Bosch WFP) — Motor fault

There is a short circuit in the electric motor winding or worn motor brushes. This causes the drum to stop working.

F13 (Bosch WFP)

F13 (Bosch WFP) — Mains power supply failure (high voltage)

The mains power supply voltage has exceeded the acceptable level (above 318 V). The drum rotation is not affected, but measures should be taken to normalize voltage.

F14 (Bosch WFP)

F14 (Bosch WFP) — Mains power supply failure (low voltage)

The mains power supply voltage has dropped below the acceptable level (below 172 V). The drum stops working, but the program may continue.

F15 (Bosch WFP)

F15 (Bosch WFP) — Heating system malfunction

The heating system is malfunctioning, resulting in washing with cold water (below 10 °C) or potentially overheating (above 100 °C).

F16

F16 — Hatch door not closed

The wash program cannot start because the machine's door is not securely closed. This is a safety mechanism to prevent water spillage.

F17

F17 — Water intake time exceeded

The washing machine has taken longer than usual to fill with water. This can be due to a closed water tap, a clogged inlet filter, or low water pressure.

F18

F18 — Water drain time exceeded

The washing machine failed to drain water within the specified time, similar to F03. This indicates an issue with the drain pump or drainage path.

F19

F19 — Water heating time exceeded

The water in the washing machine is not reaching the set temperature within the expected time. This could be due to a faulty heating element, low voltage, or scale buildup.

F20

F20 — Unexpected heating

The water is heating at an unintended time during the wash cycle, or the temperature sensor is faulty. This can cause improper washing results.

F21

F21 — Control system malfunction or uneven motor operation

The washing machine's control system is experiencing issues, or the drive motor is not operating correctly, leading to the drum not rotating. This is often due to electrical faults.

F22

F22 — NTC sensor fault (temperature sensor)

The NTC (temperature sensor) has a fault, either a short circuit, malfunction, or a break in the connecting wires. This will prevent the machine from heating water correctly.

F23

F23 — Aquastop activated

The Aquastop system has been activated, likely due to a detected leak or malfunction within the water intake system. The program is canceled and the door is locked.

F25

F25 — Malfunction of the Aqua sensor (turbidity sensor)

The Aqua sensor, which monitors water turbidity, is malfunctioning. This could be due to scale buildup on the sensor, a faulty pressure switch, or a clogged drain system.

F26

F26 — Analog pressure sensor malfunction

The analog pressure sensor is malfunctioning. This is a critical error that protects the machine, resulting in the program canceling, water draining, and the door locking.

F27

F27 — Error setting pressure sensor

The washing machine is having trouble setting or calibrating the pressure sensor. This means it might be operating with incorrect water level values, potentially affecting wash performance.

F28

F28 — Flow sensor malfunction

The flow sensor, which measures the volume of water entering the machine, is reporting an impossible value. This indicates a problem with the sensor itself or its measurement.

F29

F29 — No water flow in the flow sensor detected

The flow sensor is not detecting any water flow, even though water should be entering the machine. This could be due to a closed tap, low pressure, a clogged filter, or a faulty valve.

F31

F31 — Maximum water level exceeded

The washing machine has filled with too much water, exceeding the maximum safe level. This can happen if the pump is blocked, the drain hose is blocked, or the pressure sensor is incorrectly adjusted.

F34

F34 — The door lock does not close

The washing machine door lock mechanism is not engaging correctly. This is a critical error, and the program will be canceled with the door locked.

F36

F36 — The lock system is faulty

There is a fault within the door lock system's electronics, likely a module failure. This is a critical error, and the door will remain locked.

F37

F37 — Faulty NTC (temperature sensor)

The NTC temperature sensor is faulty, causing the program to terminate without heating the water. This requires checking the sensor and its wiring.

F38

F38 — Fault NTC (temperature sensor) short circuit

The NTC temperature sensor has a short circuit. This will cause the program to end prematurely without heating the water.

F40

F40 — Synchronization error

An error occurred because the values from the power supply network do not match the permissible operating values for the washing machine.

F42

F42 — Uncontrolled high engine speed

The motor is experiencing uncontrolled high speeds, likely due to a faulty triac on the electronic module. This is a critical error, and the program will be canceled.

F43

F43 — Critical error

A critical error has occurred, causing the program to cancel, the door to lock, and monitoring processes to halt. This requires a reset and potentially further checks.

F44

F44 — No reverse rotation occurs

The motor is not performing reverse rotation as expected during the cycle. This indicates a fault in the module, possibly a faulty triac or reverse relay.

F59

F59 — 3D Sensor: measurement error too high or too low

The 3D sensor is reporting measurement values that are outside the expected range. This can affect speed control and may be due to wiring or sensor failure.

F60

F60 — Flow sensor, too high or too low

The flow sensor is detecting either too much or too little water flow per unit of time. This could be due to a faulty sensor or turbulence in the water path.

F61

F61 — Wrong door signal

The washing machine is receiving an incorrect signal regarding the door's status (open or closed), or the security lock is activated incorrectly. This is a critical error.

F63

F63 — Functional protection problem

A functional protection error has occurred, possibly due to a defective processor or software error. This is a critical error that locks the door and stops operation.

F67

F67 — Card encoding error

There is an incorrect encoding between the power module and the control module, or the software versions are incompatible. This is a critical error.