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Bosch Washer error code

Bosch Washer Error E45

A communication error has occurred within the control module.

A communication error has occurred within the control module.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch washer repair guide for error E45
Error codeE45Washer

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

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Make sure the washer door is fully closed and no items are caught in the door seal.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Look for any visible signs of damage to the door lock mechanism.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Turn the washer off and unplug it for several minutes to see if the error clears.

A quick explanation

What does E45 mean?

A communication error has occurred within the control module.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch washer error E45

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

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Turn off and unplug the washer from the electrical outlet to ensure your safety.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Wait for at least 10 minutes to allow the internal electronic components to fully discharge and reset.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. While waiting, check that the power cord is not damaged, frayed, or loose.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Plug the washer back into a known working outlet. Ensure the plug is seated firmly.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Turn the power on and attempt to start a new cycle to see if the error is cleared.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. If the E45 error code reappears, the issue is likely with the internal control module or the wiring harness connecting the components.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. Due to the complexity and risk of electrical shock, this repair should be performed by a Bosch certified technician.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E45 Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off and unplug the washer from the electrical outlet to ensure your safety.Wait for at least 10 minutes to allow the internal electronic components to fully discharge and reset.While waiting, check that the power cord is not damaged, frayed, or loose.Plug the washer back into a known working outlet. Ensure the plug is seated firmly.Turn the power on and attempt to start a new cycle to see if the error is cleared.Due to the complexity and risk of electrical shock, this repair should be performed by a Bosch certified service.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Washer Bosch Washer Error E45: Use the code or symbol as the starting clue, then confirm the actual symptom before ordering parts. Unplug the washer before touching wiring, the lock, the pump area, or the control panel. Check the door lock, drain filter, inlet supply, and visible harness connections before replacing controls. If the code returns during the same part of the cycle, match the repair path to that stage: fill, wash, drain, spin, lock, or control response. If the issue returns after these checks, match replacement parts to the complete Bosch model number from the appliance tag. The same code 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 washer part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Bosch washer electronic control board Common replacement category: Main control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for control and communication faults after wiring and connector checks. Search Amazon for Bosch washer electronic control board Bosch washer user interface control panel Common replacement category: User interface / display board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for display, button, selector, or cycle-control faults. Search Amazon for Bosch washer user interface control panel Bosch washer drain pump assembly Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for drain, no-spin, and water-removal symptoms after filter and hose checks. Search Amazon for Bosch washer drain pump assembly Before ordering: match the part to the complete Bosch washer model number on the appliance tag. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

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?

  • Door not fully closed
  • Items caught in the door seal
  • Damaged or faulty door lock assembly

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

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Replacement part

OEM candidate: 00612148

Price noted in the current guide: $83-$576

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Bosch Washer error E45 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 washer model number before ordering.

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