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F21Quick answer
On Bosch / Siemens washing machines, error code E21 means: Motor fault. Stop the programme and fix the cause before using it again. If the code keeps returning, call a technician.
Can I keep using the machine?
Severity: Medium
Stop the programme and fix the cause before using it again. If the code keeps returning, call a technician.
Common causes
- Worn motor brushes or faulty motor
- Foreign object (coin, underwire) jamming the drum
- Faulty control or motor board
- Damaged wiring or a loose/corroded connector
How to fix it
- Unplug the machine for a few minutes, then switch it back on (reset)
- Check the drum and drain filter for foreign objects
- Reduce the load size
- If the code keeps coming back, contact an authorised service technician
Frequently asked questions
What does Bosch / Siemens error E21 mean?
On Bosch / Siemens washing machines, error code E21 means: Motor fault.
How do I fix Bosch / Siemens error E21?
Start with these steps: Unplug the machine for a few minutes, then switch it back on (reset); Check the drum and drain filter for foreign objects; Reduce the load size; If the code keeps coming back, contact an authorised service technician.
Can I keep using the washing machine with error E21?
Severity: Medium. Stop the programme and fix the cause before using it again. If the code keeps returning, call a technician.
Bosch / Siemens washing machine error codes
E18Water not drainingE17Water not filling (water supply problem)E23Water leak detected in the baseE32Unbalanced load, spin stoppedE16Laundry caught in the doorE10Automatic detergent dosing fault