Bosch Dishwasher E25 Error Code

Meaning: The drain pump is blocked, jammed, or failing. Unlike E24 (filter/cover), E25 points to the pump mechanism itself.

Risk: Medium. Standing water is not an immediate safety hazard, but do not run additional cycles. A jammed pump may burn out if forced.

First safe checks:

Cancel the current cycle and carefully open the door.
Remove the bottom rack, filter assembly, and drain pump cover.
Check the pump impeller for debris (broken glass, seeds, toothpicks, bones).

Call a technician if:

The pump impeller is jammed and cannot be freed by removing visible debris.
The pump makes a grinding or burning smell.
E25 returns after clearing debris.

Common causes

Foreign objects jammed in the pump impeller (broken glass, bones, seeds, toothpicks)
Drain pump motor failure (electrical)
Debris too deep in the pump to reach from the filter opening
Damaged pump impeller

Can you reset it?

Yes, with conditions. Clearing a pump blockage may resolve E25. If the pump motor has failed electrically, reset will not help and the pump needs replacement.

Safe checks before calling a technician

Cancel the current cycle and carefully open the door.
Remove the bottom rack, filter assembly, and drain pump cover.
Check the pump impeller for debris (broken glass, seeds, toothpicks, bones).
Carefully remove any visible debris without tools — do not force the impeller.
Check the drain hose for kinks.
Run a rinse cycle to test.

When to call a technician

The pump impeller is jammed and cannot be freed by removing visible debris.
The pump makes a grinding or burning smell.
E25 returns after clearing debris.
The pump makes no sound during the drain cycle.
You would need to disassemble the pump housing to clear the blockage.

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Source confidence

High Last reviewed: 2026-06-05

Official Bosch US E25 page confirms drain pump blockage. Consistent across all sources. Clear distinction from E24 (filter vs pump).

FAQ

What does Bosch dishwasher E25 mean?

E25 means the drain pump is blocked or failing. Something may be jamming the pump impeller, or the pump motor may have an electrical fault.

How do I clear Bosch dishwasher E25?

Remove the filter and pump cover, check the impeller for debris, and carefully remove any visible objects. If the impeller is still jammed or the error returns, call a technician.

Can a Bosch dishwasher E25 fix itself?

No. E25 indicates a physical blockage or pump failure that needs intervention. It will not resolve on its own.