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Bosch Washer error code

Bosch Washer Error F01

Error code requiring model-specific diagnosis

The door of the loading hatch is not closed.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch washer repair guide for error F01
Error codeF01Washer

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

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Ensure that the water supply to the washing machine is turned on and that the water pressure is adequate.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Check the water inlet hoses for any kinks or blockages.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Turn off the water supply, disconnect the hoses, and clean the small filter screens inside the water inlet valve connection points.

A quick explanation

What does F01 mean?

The door of the loading hatch is not closed.

The full model number matters. Appliances can show the same code while using different wiring, sensors, or control parts.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch washer error F01

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. First, ensure the washer is unplugged from the power outlet for safety. 2. Carefully inspect the door latch area for any obstructions like lint, debris, or a piece of clothing that might be preventing the door from closing and locking properly. Clean the area thoroughly. 3. Check the door strike to ensure it is not bent or damaged and that it aligns correctly with the latch opening. 4. If the door closes but the error persists, the door lock assembly is likely faulty. To access it, you will need to remove the outer spring clamp that holds the rubber door boot seal in place. Peel back the seal around the door lock area. 5. Using a screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the door lock assembly to the front panel of the washer. 6. Carefully disconnect the wire harness attached to the old door lock. Connect the new door lock assembly to the wire harness, then secure it to the front panel with the screws. 7. Re-secure the rubber door boot seal by putting the outer spring clamp back in its groove. Plug the washer back in and run a test cycle to ensure the error is cleared.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix F01 Error (Step-by-Step) First, ensure the washer is unplugged from the power outlet for safety.Carefully inspect the door latch area for any obstructions like lint, debris, or a piece of clothing that might be preventing the door from closing and locking properly. Clean the area thoroughly.Check the door strike to ensure it is not bent or damaged and that it aligns correctly with the latch opening.If the door closes but the error persists, the door lock assembly is likely faulty. To access it, you will need to remove the outer spring clamp that holds the rubber door boot seal in place. Peel back the seal around the door lock area.Using a screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the door lock assembly to the front panel of the washer.Carefully disconnect the wire harness attached to the old door lock. Connect the new door lock assembly to the wire harness, then secure it to the front panel with the screws.Re-secure the rubber door boot seal by putting the outer spring clamp back in its groove. Plug the washer back in and run a test cycle to ensure the error is cleared.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Washer Bosch Washer Error F01: 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. Record the complete model number and use model-specific diagnostics before ordering.

What may be causing it?

  • Water supply is turned off or has low pressure
  • Kinked or blocked water inlet hoses
  • Clogged filters in the water inlet valve
  • Faulty water inlet valve

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

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

water inlet valve

Price noted in the current guide: $50-$100

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Bosch Washer error F01 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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