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Bosch Dryer error code

Bosch Dryer Error E28

Electronics fault.

Electronics fault.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch dryer repair guide for error E28
Error codeE28Dryer

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Try power cycling the dryer by unplugging it for a few minutes.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Check the wiring and connections to the electronic components if you have experience with appliance repair.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    If the issue persists, professional diagnosis is recommended.

A quick explanation

What does E28 mean?

Electronics fault.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch dryer error E28

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Perform a safety reset by first unplugging the dryer from its power source.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Leave the unit unplugged for at least 10 minutes to allow the electronic controls to discharge and reset.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Clean the lint filter thoroughly, as this is a common cause of airflow-related errors.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Inspect the dryer's vent hose for any kinks, and check the exterior vent cap to ensure it opens freely.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Plug the dryer back in and start a cycle.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. If the E28 error code reappears, it signals a complex internal electronics fault. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. Contact a certified Bosch appliance repair professional for diagnosis and service.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E28 Error (Step-by-Step) Perform a safety reset by first unplugging the dryer from its power source.Leave the unit unplugged for at least 10 minutes to allow the electronic controls to discharge and reset.Clean the lint filter thoroughly, as this is a common cause of airflow-related errors.Inspect the dryer's vent hose for any kinks, and check the exterior vent cap to ensure it opens freely.Plug the dryer back in and start a cycle and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Dryer Use these checks before ordering parts for Bosch dryer E28. They keep the diagnosis tied to the appliance instead of turning the page into a reset-only guide. Unplug the dryer before touching the lint housing, rear vent, lower service area, or any wiring. Clean the lint screen, moisture sensor bars, condenser area if equipped, and the full vent path so airflow problems do not imitate part failures. Run a short timed cycle with a light load and note whether the fault appears immediately, after heating starts, or near the end of the cycle. If the fault returns with clean airflow, inspect the part categories below using the full model number from the dryer tag. Stop repeated test cycles if you smell heat, see moisture near electrical areas, or hear grinding from the drum drive.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

What may be causing it?

  • Problem with the flow sensor
  • General electronics fault

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Replacement part

OEM candidate: 00611317

Price noted in the current guide: $150-$480

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Bosch Dryer error E28 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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