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Bosch Cordless Vacuums Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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E01
Cordless vacuum will not power on, display shows E01 or single blink pattern on battery indicator
Battery Pack Undervoltage / Deep Discharge Protection
E02
Vacuum shuts off shortly after starting, display shows E02 or two-blink pattern, suction weak before shutdown
Motor Overcurrent / Blocked Airflow Protection
E03
Bosch cordless vacuum stops and displays E03, often when using motorized floor nozzle or turbo brush
Brush Roll Motor Overload / Blocked Brush Bar
E04
Vacuum shows E04 and runs only at reduced power or shuts off after a few seconds
Overheating Protection (Motor Temperature Sensor Triggered)
E05
Bosch cordless vacuum will not charge, charger LED blinks error pattern, vacuum display shows E05 when battery inserted
Battery Pack Overtemperature / Temperature Sensor Fault
E06
Vacuum display shows E06, unit may not start or runs erratically, speed control not responding correctly
Main Control PCB / Communication Fault
E07
Vacuum shows E07 and suction is very low even with empty bin and clean nozzle
Sensor Fault – Dust Sensor / Airflow Sensor Error
E08
Vacuum shows E08, motor does not start, sometimes accompanied by a brief click or twitch
Motor Start Failure / Motor Driver Fault
E09
Vacuum shows E09, runs only a few seconds then stops, battery indicator appears normal
Battery Current Sensor / Shunt Fault
E10
Vacuum shows E10, LED ring flashes, unit may not respond to trigger
Trigger / User Interface Error
E11
Vacuum shows E11, automatic carpet/boost mode not working, suction stays at one level
Floor Type / Torque Sensor Fault in Motorized Nozzle
E12
Vacuum shows E12, Wi‑Fi or app connectivity features not working (for smart Bosch cordless models)
Wireless Module / Connectivity Error
F0
Display shows F0, vacuum refuses to start, often after filter removal
Filter Not Detected / Filter Position Sensor Error
F1
Display shows F1, dust container icon flashing, vacuum will not start
Dust Container Not Fitted / Bin Detection Fault
F2
Display shows F2, filter icon illuminated, suction reduced
Filter Clogged Warning
F3
Display shows F3, brush icon flashing, motorized nozzle does not spin
Brush Motor Electrical Fault
F4
Display shows F4, vacuum runs but battery drains extremely quickly
Battery Capacity / Calibration Error
F5
Display shows F5, vacuum beeps and stops when switching power modes
Mode Selector / Control Logic Error
Symptom
Battery indicator shows full, but vacuum stops after a few seconds of use
Battery Voltage Sag Under Load
Symptom
Handheld unit vibrates excessively, especially at higher power
Imbalanced Motor Fan or Debris in Cyclone
Symptom
LED lights on the floor nozzle do not turn on, but brush and suction work normally
Nozzle LED Circuit Failure
Symptom
Motorized floor brush does not spin, but suction is normal and no error code is shown
Mechanical Brush Roll Jam
Symptom
Vacuum body becomes uncomfortably hot to touch during normal use
Insufficient Cooling / Overload
Symptom
Vacuum does not pick up fine dust well from hard floors
Incorrect Nozzle Type or Blocked Hard Floor Channels
Symptom
Vacuum does not respond to trigger, but battery indicator lights when inserted
Trigger Switch Failure
Symptom
Vacuum emits a burning smell or hot plastic odor during operation
Motor Overheating / Electrical Insulation Breakdown
Symptom
Vacuum handle or body has visible cracks after a drop and performance is affected
Structural Damage / Misalignment
Symptom
Vacuum has very weak suction even though the motor sounds normal
Airflow Restriction / Loss of Sealing
Symptom
Vacuum is extremely loud or makes grinding/rumbling noises
Motor Bearing Wear or Fan Damage
Symptom
Vacuum leaves lines of debris behind and does not pick up well from carpets
Worn Brush Roll Bristles / Incorrect Height
Symptom
Vacuum makes a high-pitched whistling noise during use
Air Leak at Seals or Cracked Housing
Symptom
Vacuum produces an unpleasant musty or moldy smell when running
Contaminated Filters / Dust Container
Symptom
Vacuum runs only in low power and will not switch to higher modes
Power Mode Limitation Due to Overheat or Fault
Symptom
Vacuum shuts off intermittently when moving the handle or rotating the wand
Intermittent Power Connection / Broken Wiring
Symptom
Vacuum suddenly stops when using motorized pet hair or mini turbo brush attachment
Accessory Brush Overload
Symptom
Vacuum tube or wand is difficult to attach/detach or feels loose during use
Mechanical Coupling Wear / Deformation
Symptom
Vacuum will not stand in charging station or does not charge when docked
Charging Dock Alignment / Contact Fault
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