Bosch Dishwasher E25 Error
How to Clear the Drain Pump & What It Costs
E25 on a Bosch dishwasher (300/500/800 Series, Ascenta, Benchmark) means the drain pump can't move water — usually because the white pump cover inside the tub is loose, missing, or the impeller is jammed by glass / a fruit pit / dishwasher tab plastic.
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Quick answer
Bosch Dishwasher E25 Repair — Twin Cities — Quick Answer
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Step 1 — Remove the filter and cover
Switch off the dishwasher at the breaker and bail out any standing water. Pull the bottom rack. Twist filter assembly counter-clockwise, lift out. Under it, a white plastic disc covers the drain pump impeller — lift it off (some clip, some lift straight up).
Step 2 — Clear and inspect the impeller
Wear gloves, because broken glass is the main hazard. With power off, spin the impeller by hand. Glass, fruit pits, twist-ties, dishwasher tab wrappers are the usual culprits. Remove debris.
Step 3 — Re-seat and test
Cover MUST click back in fully — a loose cover keeps throwing E25 even with no debris. Run a rinse cycle to confirm.
When to call us
If the impeller spins freely, the cover is seated, and E25 returns: drain pump motor failed. $245–$385 OEM with 1-year warranty.
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FAQ
Dishwasher repair in the Twin Cities: FAQs
What does E25 mean on Bosch?
Drain pump cannot evacuate water — debris, loose pump cover, or motor failure. Our technicians work on Bosch dishwashers regularly and test the pump before replacing it.
Is E25 fixable myself?
Often yes — pull the filter, clear the impeller, re-seat the white cover. Many E25 codes clear once debris is removed, at no cost.
How much does a Bosch E25 repair cost if it's the pump?
Most Bosch dishwasher repairs in the Twin Cities land $245–$385 all-in — parts, labor, and the $149 trip fee (which is credited toward the repair when you approve the work). Sealed-system or compressor work runs higher and we always quote that up front. Every job ships with a 1-year written parts-and-labor warranty.
What warranty comes with the repair?
Every completed repair is backed by a written 1-year parts-and-labor warranty. If the same fault returns inside that year, we come back and there is no second trip fee and no second diagnostic charge.
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Bosch dishwasher codes near E25: what they mean and what we check
Drain faults on Bosch dishwashers are easy to mix up. These are the codes we see most often and how they differ, so you can tell whether the problem is the pump, the hose or something else.
| Code | What it means | What we check |
|---|---|---|
| E25 | Drain pump blocked or not moving water out | Filter, pump cover and impeller for debris, then the pump motor and its wiring |
| E24 | Drain problem, often a blocked or kinked drain hose or air gap | Drain hose path and kinks, sink air gap or disposal connection, and filter |
| E15 | Water detected in the base pan | Find and fix the leak before running again. See our E15 guide |
| E09 | Heating circuit fault | Heater and wiring. See our E09 guide |
Read the display exactly. If you see E24 and E25 on the same machine, the cause may be in the drain system beyond the pump.
How do E24 and E25 differ on a Bosch dishwasher?
E25 points at the drain pump itself: debris on the impeller, a loose pump cover or a failing motor. The step-by-step clearing routine is in the steps above. After the pump, the impeller should turn with light resistance and no grinding.
E24 points further down the drain path: a kinked or clogged drain hose, a blocked air gap or a disposal knockout plug. If you see E24 and E25 on the same machine, clean the pump first and then check the drain hose. A cover that is not fully seated can bring E25 back even with a clean pump, so press until it clicks into place.
What if E25 returns after I cleaned the pump?
If E25 comes back after a clean pump and a properly seated cover, the pump motor or its wiring is likely at fault, or the water is not leaving because of a blockage downstream. Call before running more cycles, since standing water can cause odors and leaks.
Before we replace anything we check the drain hose for kinks and clogs, and the disposal connection. A new garbage disposal sometimes leaves a knockout plug in place that stops the dishwasher from draining, and this is easy to miss. We also check for a standing-water level in the tub after power-off and the pump's response when it is told to run.
A drain pump replacement on a Bosch dishwasher falls in the $245 to $385 all-in range we publish, and the $149 trip fee is credited toward the repair when you approve it. See our dishwasher not draining guide, the Bosch dishwasher error codes list and the Bosch dishwasher repair page.
Why does my Bosch dishwasher drain slowly in a Minnesota winter?
A slow drain in winter is usually the same causes as any time of year: a clogged filter, a partly blocked hose or a sink-side connection. Cold does not change the dishwasher, but a drain line in an unheated wall or a grease-filled line in the kitchen can slow flow.
Run hot water at the kitchen faucet for a minute before a cycle. This clears the line and warms the drain. If the sink drains slowly too, the blockage is in the house drain and a plumber is the right call, not an appliance technician. Central Minnesota Appliance Repair can tell you quickly which one you have.
More questions about Bosch dishwasher drain errors
How often should I clean the Bosch dishwasher filter?
Check it regularly, for example monthly, and more often if you do not pre-scrape dishes. A clean filter protects the pump.
Is standing water in the dishwasher dangerous?
It is not usually a hazard, but it smells and can overflow. Bail it out before you open the pump cover, and keep power off.
Can the wrong detergent cause a drain error?
Too much detergent can create suds that interfere with drainage. Use the recommended amount.
Will you check the sink side too?
Yes. We check the hose, the air gap and the disposal connection as part of the drain diagnosis.