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Bosch Dishwasher Error E80-00

Indicates a leak or water flow restriction. It can also signify a communication issue with the motherboard.

Indicates a leak or water flow restriction. It can also signify a communication issue with the motherboard.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch dishwasher repair guide for error E80-00
Error codeE80-00Dishwasher

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

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    Check 1

    Reset the Dishwasher: Disconnect the dishwasher from power for several minutes before reconnecting.

A quick explanation

What does E80-00 mean?

Indicates a leak or water flow restriction. It can also signify a communication issue with the motherboard.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch dishwasher error E80-00

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

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    Step 1

    1. Turn off the dishwasher by pressing the power button, then shut off the circuit breaker that supplies power to the unit.

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    Step 2

    2. Check for visible leaks by inspecting the area around and under the dishwasher. Look for any signs of water on the floor or in the surrounding cabinetry.

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    Step 3

    3. Examine the water supply line connected to the dishwasher. Ensure it is not kinked, bent, or damaged, as this can restrict water flow.

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    Step 4

    4. Remove and clean the dishwasher's filter, located on the bottom of the tub. Rinse it under running water to remove any food debris or buildup.

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    Step 5

    5. After completing the checks, restore power at the circuit breaker. A full power cycle can sometimes reset the control board and clear the error.

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    Step 6

    6. If the error code persists after these steps, the issue is likely with the internal control module, which requires professional diagnosis and replacement. Contact a certified Bosch technician for service.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E80-00 Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the dishwasher by pressing the power button, then shut off the circuit breaker that supplies power to the unit.Check for visible leaks by inspecting the area around and under the dishwasher. Look for any signs of water on the floor or in the surrounding cabinetry.Examine the water supply line connected to the dishwasher. Ensure it is not kinked, bent, or damaged, as this can restrict water flow.Remove and clean the dishwasher's filter, located on the bottom of the tub. Rinse it under running water to remove any food debris or buildup.After completing the checks, restore power at the circuit breaker. A full power cycle can sometimes reset the control board and clear the error.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 Dishwasher Bosch Dishwasher Error E80-00: Use the code, light, or symbol as the starting clue, then confirm what the dishwasher actually does before ordering parts. 1. Turn power off before opening panels, reaching into the sump, touching wiring, or checking the pump, heater, valve, sensor, latch, or control area. 2. Confirm whether the display is a normal cycle/status symbol or a recurring fault that interrupts filling, washing, draining, drying, locking, or control response. 3. Start with the wash path: filter, sump debris, spray-arm movement, circulation-pump sound, wiring, and control output. 4. Clean the filter and sump, check spray-arm movement, verify water supply, inspect the drain hose and sink connection, and correct any visible blockage before replacing parts. 5. Run a short test cycle and watch where it fails; the exact stage matters more than the displayed word or symbol by itself. 6. Replace a part only after the same symptom repeats and the model-specific checks point to that part category. Match any replacement to the complete Bosch model number on the door tag. If the issue returns after these checks, match replacement parts to the complete Bosch dishwasher model number from the door tag. The same display clue can point to different components depending on the exact model and when the failure appears. 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. Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Bosch dishwasher part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Bosch dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for fill and water-supply faults after the tap, hose, and inlet screen are checked. Search Amazon for Bosch dishwasher water inlet valve Bosch dishwasher drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for drain and standing-water symptoms after the filter, sump, and hose are checked. Search Amazon for Bosch dishwasher drain pump Bosch dishwasher circulation pump Common replacement category: Circulation pump / wash motor Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for wash, spray-arm, and circulation symptoms after filters and spray arms are checked. Search Amazon for Bosch dishwasher circulation pump Before ordering: match the part to the complete Bosch dishwasher model number on the appliance tag.

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?

  • Control board failure
  • Communication glitch with the motherboard

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

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Replacement part

OEM candidate: 11019240

Price noted in the current guide: $129-$178

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Bosch Dishwasher error E80-00 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

Compatibility varies by model. Confirm that the Amazon listing includes your complete dishwasher model number before ordering.

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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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