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Bosch Dryer Error E44

Dryer Motor Control Error.

Dryer Motor Control Error.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch dryer repair guide for error E44
Error codeE44Dryer

Try these first

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

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Disconnect the dryer from the power source for several minutes, then plug it back in.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Check if any other error codes appear, as E44 can sometimes be a secondary code.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Contact Bosch customer support for further diagnostics.

A quick explanation

What does E44 mean?

Dryer Motor Control Error.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch dryer error E44

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

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Turn off the circuit breaker for the dryer and unplug it from the wall.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Remove the top or back panel of the dryer to locate the main electronic control board.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Take a clear photo of the wire connections on the board before you disconnect anything.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Carefully unplug all the wire harnesses connected to the old motor control board.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Remove the screws or release the clips holding the control board in its housing.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. Install the new control board (part 00499976 or 481590), securing it properly and reconnecting all wire harnesses based on your photo.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. Reattach the dryer panels, restore power, and run a cycle to confirm the fix.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E44 Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the circuit breaker for the dryer and unplug it from the wall.Remove the top or back panel of the dryer to locate the main electronic control board.Take a clear photo of the wire connections on the board before you disconnect anything.Carefully unplug all the wire harnesses connected to the old motor control board.Remove the screws or release the clips holding the control board in its housing.Install the new control board (part 00499976 or 481590), securing it properly and reconnecting all wire harnesses based on your photo.Reattach the dryer panels, restore power, and run a cycle to confirm the fix.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on. Parts Availability Note: For this Electrolux/Frigidaire error code, exact OEM part numbers can vary by model revision and serial range. We’ve listed the most likely component(s), but confirm compatibility using your full model number before ordering. If no exact SKU is shown, use this guide for diagnosis first, then verify the matching OEM part on RepairClinic or PartSelect. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Dryer Use these checks before ordering parts for Bosch dryer E44. 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. Recommended Parts to CheckBosch dryer part numbers vary by model. These are model-number-safe part-category searches, not universal fit claims.Dryer lint screenCommon replacement category: lint filterFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Start with lint restrictions when heating, airflow, or maintenance warnings appear.Search Amazon for Dryer lint screenDryer thermal fuseCommon replacement category: thermal protectionFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Common safety device to inspect after overheating or no-heat symptoms.Search Amazon for Dryer thermal fuseDryer drum beltCommon replacement category: drive systemFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Worth checking when the dryer tumbles poorly, stalls, or makes drive noise.Search Amazon for Dryer drum beltDryer moisture sensorCommon replacement category: sensor circuitFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Useful category to verify when dryness or care/maintenance messages persist.Search Amazon for Dryer moisture sensorBefore ordering: match the part to the complete model number on the appliance tag. Browse all Bosch error codes: Bosch Error Codes

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?

  • General electronic malfunction
  • Temporary electronic glitch
  • Fault in the main control board

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

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Bosch Dryer error E44 points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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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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