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Electrolux Dishwasher error code

Electrolux Dishwasher Error E01

A leak has been detected in the base of the dishwasher.

A leak has been detected in the base of the dishwasher.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Electrolux dishwasher repair guide for error E01
Error codeE01Dishwasher

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

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Reset the appliance by turning it off and unplugging it for a few minutes.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Inspect the door lock and latch for any visible damage or debris.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Check for any visible leaks around the dishwasher.

A quick explanation

What does E01 mean?

A leak has been detected in the base of the dishwasher.

The answer you came for

How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error E01

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

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Pull the dishwasher out from under the counter to access the base.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Locate the leak sensor (float switch) in the base pan.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Inspect the base pan for any visible water and dry it thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Disconnect the wires from the leak sensor and remove it.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. Install the new leak sensor and reconnect the wiring.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. Check all hoses and connections for leaks before sliding the dishwasher back into place.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E01 Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.Pull the dishwasher out from under the counter to access the base.Locate the leak sensor (float switch) in the base pan.Inspect the base pan for any visible water and dry it thoroughly.Disconnect the wires from the leak sensor and remove it.Install the new leak sensor and reconnect the wiring and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Check all hoses and connections for leaks before sliding the dishwasher back into place.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Electrolux Dishwasher Focused repair path: dishwasher fill, drain, wash, heat, latch, sensor, and control checks. Do not treat the fault as reset-only if it keeps returning; use the failed function to choose the next test. Disconnect power before opening panels, then confirm whether the Electrolux dishwasher repeats the same code after a clean reset. Match the symptom to the part of the cycle or function that fails: fill, drain, heat, cool, spin, latch, ignite, fan, sensor, or control response. Inspect simple causes first: airflow, water supply, drain path, door closure, filter, venting, wiring connectors, and visible damage. Use meter testing or service diagnostics before replacing electronic controls, because wiring, switches, sensors, and loads can mimic board failure. Use the complete Electrolux dishwasher model number from the appliance tag before ordering any model-specific part. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Electrolux model number from the appliance tag before ordering. Verified Compatible Alternatives:1548255017154655901

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?

  • A leak has been detected in the base of the dishwasher.
  • Faulty door lock or latch.
  • Malfunctioning water inlet valve.
  • Issue with the leak detector sensor.

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

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Door Lock Assembly

Price noted in the current guide: $71-$95

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dishwasher error E01 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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