Bosch Washer Error Code E:01

E:01 means the washer's control board is not detecting a confirmed signal from the door lock assembly. The machine requires the door to be fully closed and the lock to be engaged before any cycle can begin. This is a safety interlock that prevents the washer from operating with an unsecured door. The error can be triggered by a door that is not fully shut, a faulty latch, a failed lock assembly, or a wiring problem.

No, and the machine will not allow you to run a cycle while E:01 is active. This is intentional: the door lock interlock is a critical safety feature that prevents the drum from spinning with the door unsecured. Do not attempt to bypass or defeat the door lock circuit.

If the repair requires a new door lock assembly, parts typically range from $30 to $90 depending on the specific model. Adding professional labor, total repair costs generally fall between $100 and $200. If the issue is only a worn door latch hook or striker, parts costs are usually on the lower end of that range.

Start by firmly pushing the door closed until you hear the latch click, then try starting the cycle again. Check that no laundry is trapped in the door seal preventing a full close. If the error continues, inspect the door latch and striker for visible damage. A persistently faulty door lock assembly will need to be replaced, which is a repair most technicians can complete in under an hour.

A reset by unplugging the washer for a minute or two may temporarily clear the error, but it will return immediately if the underlying cause is not resolved. If the door lock assembly or latch is physically faulty, no reset will permanently clear the code. A reset is only a lasting fix if the error was caused by a one-time glitch rather than a component failure.