Appliance Fault Codes

What that error code means — and what you can safely check

Bosch dishwashers show E-codes. E24 is the most commonly reported code (drain path), with E25 (blocked pump) and E15 (leak detection) also frequent. Bosch documentation and owner manuals confirm these meanings.

Bosch dishwasher error codes
CodeMeaningSeverityFirst action
E24Drain faultOften fixable at homeThe dishwasher cannot drain — water remains in the sump at the end of the cycle.
E25Blocked drain pumpOften fixable at homeSomething is blocking the drain pump impeller — glass, seeds or food debris.
E15Leak detectionOften fixable at homeWater has been detected in the base pan — the anti-flood switch has tripped and the machine has pumped out and stopped.
E16Water inlet faultOften fixable at homeToo much water has entered — usually the inlet valve is letting water through continuously.
E14Flow/level faultOften fixable at homeThe reed switch or flow sensor is not reporting water level correctly.

Safety first

Unplug before any check. Never open panels beyond the filter flap. Anything involving internal wiring, the heater or gas must go to a professional — see each code page for its "call a professional when" line.

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