Bosch WGA244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Washer E23 Error Fix: AquaStop / Leak Detected

Error code E23 on the Bosch WGA244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Washer means: AquaStop / Leak Detected. The AquaStop leak protection system has detected water in the base pan of the washer. The float switch has risen, triggering the safety system. The drain pump will run continuously. Tilt the washer forward carefully to drain water from the base. Inspect all internal hoses, pump seals, tub gasket, and door boot seal for leaks. The most common leak sources are the door boot seal, drain hose connections, and pump-to-tub hose. Repair the leak source before resetting.

The most successful fix is "Replace Door Boot Seal or Repair Internal Hose Leaks" (hard difficulty, ~90 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$40. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated critical severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Door Boot Seal or Repair Internal Hose Leaks") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 90 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Flathead screwdriver, Pliers.

DIY cost: $20-$40. Professional repair typically costs $180-$250. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Bosch WGA244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Washer has 8 other known error codes, including: E02 (Motor / Inverter Fault), E13 (Water Inlet Timeout), E17 (Overfill Condition), E18 (Drain Timeout), E29 (Door Lock / Interlock Fault), and 3 more.

Error code E23 also appears on 16 other Bosch models: SHE3AR75UC 24 in 100 Series Front Control 50 dBA, SHE53C85N 24 in 300 Series Front Control 46 dBA, SHP65CM5N 24 in 500 Series Pocket Handle 44 dBA, SHP65TL5UC 24 in 500 Series Bar Handle 44 dBA with AutoAir, SHP878ZD5N 24 in 800 Series Pocket Handle 42 dBA, SHPM78Z55N 24 in 500 Series Top Control 44 dBA, and 10 more. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.