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BMW EV Home Chargers Error Codes

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

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E01
BMW Wallbox will not start charging; vehicle connected, LED ring solid red, app shows E01
Proximity / Pilot Signal Interruption
E02
BMW Wallbox refuses to charge; LED ring red, app or display shows E02 overcurrent / overload fault
Output Overcurrent Protection Trip
E03
BMW EV charger shows E03 and will not energize; LED ring red or flashing red/white
Ground Fault / Residual Current Detection Trip
E04
BMW Wallbox displays E04; charging stops shortly after plug-in, LED ring red
Overvoltage on Supply Line
E05
BMW EV charger shows E05; unit powers up but refuses to charge any vehicle
Undervoltage / Brownout Protection
E06
BMW Wallbox shows E06; charging session aborts immediately after handshake
Contactor Feedback / Welded Contactor Fault
E07
BMW EV charger displays E07; unit online but cannot communicate with vehicle, no charging current
Control Pilot Communication Failure
E08
BMW Wallbox shows E08; charging stops with error after a few minutes of operation
Overtemperature Protection – Internal Electronics
E09
BMW EV charger indicates E09; unit will not start, LED ring red, often after a power outage
Self-Test Failure / Internal Diagnostic Error
E10
BMW Wallbox shows E10; charging disabled, often accompanied by network or RFID issues
Authorization / Access Control Fault
E11
BMW EV charger displays E11; unit online but cannot connect to BMW backend or home network
Network Communication Error
E12
BMW Wallbox shows E12; load management or energy meter communication error, charging limited or disabled
External Energy Meter / Load Management Bus Failure
E13
BMW EV charger indicates E13; phase imbalance or missing phase detected, charging reduced or blocked
Phase Loss / Phase Imbalance Detection
E14
BMW Wallbox shows E14; internal memory or configuration error, unit may revert to default settings
Non-Volatile Memory / Configuration Corruption
E15
BMW EV charger displays E15; internal clock or scheduling functions not working, timed charging fails
Real-Time Clock / Time Synchronization Error
E16
BMW Wallbox shows E16; internal DC fault or insulation monitoring error, charging disabled
DC Fault Current / Insulation Monitoring Trip
E17
BMW EV charger indicates E17; internal fan or cooling system error, charging may be derated
Cooling System Failure
E18
BMW Wallbox shows E18; internal relay test failure, pre-charge or safety relay not operating correctly
Pre-Charge / Safety Relay Fault
E19
BMW EV charger displays E19; internal sensor mismatch or calibration error, charging disabled
Current / Voltage Sensor Calibration Fault
E20
BMW Wallbox shows E20; internal isolation fault between control and power circuits
Galvanic Isolation Fault
Symptom
BMW EV charger cable insulation is cracked, cut, or heavily abraded
Mechanical Cable Damage
Symptom
BMW EV charger cable or plug becomes very hot during charging, sometimes with a plastic smell
Overheating Plug / High Contact Resistance
Symptom
BMW EV charger does not recognize that the vehicle has been unplugged; session appears active in app
Stuck Proximity Detection / Latch Switch Fault
Symptom
BMW EV charger emits a persistent burnt or electrical smell even when not charging
Internal Component Overheating / Insulation Breakdown
Symptom
BMW EV charger makes loud buzzing or clicking noises during operation
Noisy Contactor / Coil Hum
Symptom
BMW EV charger powers on but vehicle will not start charging; LED ring stays blue or white, no error code shown
Charge Session Not Initiating
Symptom
BMW EV charger RFID reader does not respond; no beep or LED when card is presented, access control fails
RFID Reader Hardware Failure
Symptom
BMW EV charger trips the household RCD or main breaker whenever a charging session starts
Nuisance Tripping / Earth Leakage
Symptom
BMW Wallbox cannot connect to BMW backend or app; remote control and logging not available, but charging works
Backend Connectivity / Telematics Failure
Symptom
BMW Wallbox display (if equipped) is blank or unreadable, but charging still works
Display / HMI Failure
Symptom
BMW Wallbox frequently reduces charging current automatically, even though settings allow higher current
Thermal Derating / Load Management Intervention
Symptom
BMW Wallbox has no power at all; no LEDs, no response, vehicle does not detect connection
No Mains Supply / Internal Power Failure
Symptom
BMW Wallbox housing is cracked or loose on the wall, but charger still operates
Mechanical Mounting / Enclosure Damage
Symptom
BMW Wallbox intermittently stops charging mid-session without clear error; charging resumes after reconnection
Intermittent Connection / Thermal Cutback
Symptom
BMW Wallbox is leaking water from the bottom or shows condensation inside the transparent areas
Moisture Ingress / Compromised Enclosure Seal
Symptom
BMW Wallbox LED ring or status lights are flashing in an unusual pattern with no documented error code
Undocumented Firmware / UI Anomaly
Symptom
BMW Wallbox scheduled charging does not start at the programmed time
Scheduling / Timer Misconfiguration
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