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Bosch Dishwasher Error H

Indicates a heating problem, which could be due to a faulty heating element, thermostat, or a wiring issue.

Indicates a heating problem, which could be due to a faulty heating element, thermostat, or a wiring issue.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch dishwasher repair guide for error H
Error codeHDishwasher

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

  1. 1
    Check 1

    If the display shows 'H' followed by a number (e.g., H01), it is a delay start timer. Press the '+' or '-' button until 'h:00' is displayed to cancel.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    If the 'H' indicates the child lock is active, press and hold the start button for 3-5 seconds to deactivate.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    If the dishwasher is not heating water, check that the water supply is properly connected and turned on.

A quick explanation

What does H mean?

Indicates a heating problem, which could be due to a faulty heating element, thermostat, or a wiring issue.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch dishwasher error H

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

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Disconnect the dishwasher from power by turning off the circuit breaker and shut off the water supply line, usually found under the sink.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Carefully pull the dishwasher out from under the counter. You may need to disconnect the drain hose and water inlet line from the house plumbing to get enough slack.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Lay the dishwasher on its back on a soft towel or blanket to access the components on the bottom.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Locate the heating element assembly and the high-limit thermostat/NTC sensor. The heating element is a circular tube, and the sensor is a small probe inserted into the sump or heater housing.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Visually inspect the heating element for any breaks or signs of burnout. Use a multimeter to test the element for continuity. A reading of infinity indicates a faulty element that needs replacement.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. To replace the heating element or sensor, carefully disconnect the wire terminals. Remove any nuts or clips holding the component in place and pull it out, being mindful of any rubber seals.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. Install the new part, ensuring any seals are properly seated to prevent leaks. Reconnect the wiring, then carefully tip the dishwasher upright, slide it back into place, and reconnect the water and drain lines.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    8. Restore power and run a test cycle to ensure the dishwasher heats properly and there are no leaks.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix H Error (Step-by-Step) Disconnect the dishwasher from power by turning off the circuit breaker and shut off the water supply line, usually found under the sink.Carefully pull the dishwasher out from under the counter. You may need to disconnect the drain hose and water inlet line from the house plumbing to get enough slack.Lay the dishwasher on its back on a soft towel or blanket to access the components on the bottom.Locate the heating element assembly and the high-limit thermostat/NTC sensor. The heating element is a circular tube, and the sensor is a small probe inserted into the sump or heater housing.Visually inspect the heating element for any breaks or signs of burnout. Use a multimeter to test the element for continuity. A reading of infinity indicates a faulty element that needs replacement.To replace the heating element or sensor, carefully disconnect the wire terminals. Remove any nuts or clips holding the component in place and pull it out, being mindful of any rubber seals.Install the new part, ensuring any seals are properly seated to prevent leaks. Reconnect the wiring, then carefully tip the dishwasher upright, slide it back into place, and reconnect the water and drain lines.Restore power and run a test cycle to ensure the dishwasher heats properly and there are no leaks.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Dishwasher Bosch Dishwasher Error H: 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?

  • Delay start timer is active
  • Child lock is engaged
  • Faulty heating element
  • Defective NTC sensor (thermostat)

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

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Replacement part

OEM candidate: 00480317

Price noted in the current guide: $45-$300

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Bosch Dishwasher error H 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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