Bosch WGA242ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Front-Load Washer F:21 Error Fix: Motor Not Responding

Error code F:21 on the Bosch WGA242ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Front-Load Washer means: Motor Not Responding. The motor is not responding to drive commands from the control board. The control has sent power or speed commands but the motor is not turning. Check the motor wiring harness. Listen for a humming sound — humming indicates the motor is receiving power but is mechanically blocked. Check for items jammed between the inner and outer tub. Test motor windings for continuity. If the motor runs freely but erratically, the hall sensor may be faulty.

The most successful fix is "Test and Replace Motor or Hall Sensor" (hard difficulty, ~90 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$30. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated high severity. You should address it promptly — continued use could cause damage or safety concerns.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Replace Motor or Hall Sensor") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 90 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter, Needle-nose pliers.

DIY cost: $20-$30. Professional repair typically costs $300-$400. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Bosch WGA242ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Front-Load Washer has 8 other known error codes, including: E02 (Motor / Inverter Fault), E13 (Water Inlet Timeout), E17 (Overfill Condition), E18 (Drain Timeout), E23 (AquaStop / Leak Detected), and 3 more.

Error code F:21 also appears on 4 other Bosch models: WGA244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Washer, WGA244AMUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Washer White, WGA252ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series with Home Connect, WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.