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Bosch · Dishwasher · E15

Diagnostic overview

The leakage-protection system detected water in the dishwasher base.

Diagnostic nodeE15DIAGNOSIS
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Coverage: Bosch dishwashers that use the E15/E:15 diagnostic code.

GUIDANCE

Diagnostic overview for error E15

Use the sequence meaning → symptoms → accessible checks → stop conditions. For E15, the current manufacturer-sourced summary is: Bosch says E15 means the safety switch detected water in the base and instructs users to turn off the water inflow and contact support.

Safe sequence

  1. 1Turn off the dishwasher.
  2. 2Close the dishwasher water-supply valve.
  3. 3Check only for visible external leakage and contact Bosch support or a qualified technician.

Stop and get qualified help when

  • Always: Bosch recommends turning off water inflow and contacting support
  • Water is visible under or around the appliance
  • Access would require removing the dishwasher or panels
Primary sourceBosch USA — E15 dishwasher error ↗Verified 2026-07-17 · manufacturer