Bosch Dishwasher E15 Error Code — Meaning & Repair Cost (2026)
Leak/flood — base-pan float (AquaStop) tripped. Below: the most likely causes, and what the matching repair costs — Estimated national ranges with a metro localizer. Reviewed July 2026.
What E15 means
Leak/flood — base-pan float (AquaStop) tripped.
Likely causes, most common first
- Water in the base tray, usually from a leaking hose, tub seal, or component
Base: ApplianceRepairService.ca fault-code library, 1 published national repair-cost guide (retrieved 2026-07) · full source registry on the methodology page · Code meaning & causes · Reviewed July 2026
What it usually costs to fix Estimated
E15 on a Bosch dishwasher resolves to the dishwasher leaking problem. Bosch parts typically run ×1.25 against the mainstream baseline (European OEM (Bosch/Siemens); parts source from overseas manufacturing with limited aftermarket competition; a Bosch compressor ~$480 vs Whirlpool ~$420), and the ranges below already include it.
$80–$440 national estimate to fix the fault behind E15 (Bosch parts ×1.25). Enter a ZIP to localize.
| Most common repair | Typical total | DIY? |
|---|---|---|
| Door gasket / seal replacement | $80–$245 | DIY possible |
| Water inlet valve / float switch replacement | $80–$270 | DIY possible |
| Pump / sump seal / motor shaft seal replacement | $155–$440 | Pro recommended |
Plus a typical service-call / diagnostic fee of $75–$150, often credited toward the repair.
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Base: 2 published national repair-cost guides (retrieved 2026-07) · full source registry on the methodology page · National base range (BLS OEWS May 2025 + BEA RPP 2024) · Reviewed July 2026 · Estimated
Codes are universal — your location changes the repair price, never the code's meaning. See the methodology for the exact localization formula and sources.
Reviewed by a Red-Seal certified appliance technician.