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E18

Bosch · WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer

Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer E18 Error Fix: Drain Timeout

The washer has not drained within the expected time. Check the drain pump filter (access through the small panel at the bottom front of the washer). Remove coins, buttons, bobby pins, and debris from the pump filter. Check the drain hose for kinks or clogs. Verify the drain hose is connected and routed correctly. If the drain pump hums but does not pump, the impeller is likely jammed or broken. Replace the drain pump if the motor has failed electrically.

Medium severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error E18 on the Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer means: Drain Timeout. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace the Drain Pump Assembly” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $15-$25). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer

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When to Call a Professional

While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $120-$180.

Other Bosch Models with Error E18

SHE3AR75UC 24 in 100 Series Front Control 50 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHE53C85N 24 in 300 Series Front Control 46 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHP65CM5N 24 in 500 Series Pocket Handle 44 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHP65TL5UC 24 in 500 Series Bar Handle 44 dBA with AutoAir

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHP878ZD5N 24 in 800 Series Pocket Handle 42 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHPM78Z55N 24 in 500 Series Top Control 44 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHPM88Z75N 800 Series Dishwasher

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHS53CD5N 24 in 300 Series Scoop Handle 46 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHS863WD5N 24 in 300 Series Top Control 46 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHV68TL3UC 24 in 800 Series Panel Ready 42 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SHX78CM5N 24 in 800 Series Bar Handle 42 dBA with CrystalDry

dishwasher · 2 fixes

SPE68B55UC 18 in 800 Series ADA Compact 44 dBA

dishwasher · 2 fixes

WGA242ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Front-Load Washer

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WGA244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Washer

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WGA244AMUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Washer White

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WGA252ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series with Home Connect

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Other Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer Error Codes

E02

Motor / Inverter Fault

Water Inlet Timeout

Overfill Condition

AquaStop / Leak Detected

2 fixes

E29

Door Lock / Interlock Fault

2 fixes

E32

Unbalanced Load — Spin Aborted

2 fixes

E57

Inverter Communication Error

2 fixes

E67

Control Board Internal Error

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer Error E18

What does error code E18 mean on a Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer?

Error code E18 on the Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer means: Drain Timeout. The washer has not drained within the expected time. Check the drain pump filter (access through the small panel at the bottom front of the washer). Remove coins, buttons, bobby pins, and debris from the pump filter. Check the drain hose for kinks or clogs. Verify the drain hose is connected and routed correctly. If the drain pump hums but does not pump, the impeller is likely jammed or broken. Replace the drain pump if the motor has failed electrically.

How do I fix error code E18 on my Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer?

The most successful fix is "Replace the Drain Pump Assembly" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code E18 on a Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer serious?

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Can I fix Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer error E18 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace the Drain Pump Assembly") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Pliers, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer error E18?

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer have?

The Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer has 8 other known error codes, including: E02 (Motor / Inverter Fault), E13 (Water Inlet Timeout), E17 (Overfill Condition), E23 (AquaStop / Leak Detected), E29 (Door Lock / Interlock Fault), and 3 more.

Which other Bosch models have the E18 error?

Error code E18 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.

What other error codes does the Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer have?

The Bosch WGG244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Smart Washer has 8 other known error codes:

E02 — Motor / Inverter Fault (2 fixes)
E13 — Water Inlet Timeout (2 fixes)
E17 — Overfill Condition (2 fixes)
E23 — AquaStop / Leak Detected (2 fixes)
E29 — Door Lock / Interlock Fault (2 fixes)
E32 — Unbalanced Load — Spin Aborted (2 fixes)
E57 — Inverter Communication Error (2 fixes)
E67 — Control Board Internal Error (2 fixes)

Which other Bosch models have the E18 error?

Error code E18 also appears on 16 other Bosch models:

SHE3AR75UC 24 in 100 Series Front Control 50 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHE53C85N 24 in 300 Series Front Control 46 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHP65CM5N 24 in 500 Series Pocket Handle 44 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHP65TL5UC 24 in 500 Series Bar Handle 44 dBA with AutoAir (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHP878ZD5N 24 in 800 Series Pocket Handle 42 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHPM78Z55N 24 in 500 Series Top Control 44 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHPM88Z75N 800 Series Dishwasher (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHS53CD5N 24 in 300 Series Scoop Handle 46 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHS863WD5N 24 in 300 Series Top Control 46 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHV68TL3UC 24 in 800 Series Panel Ready 42 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SHX78CM5N 24 in 800 Series Bar Handle 42 dBA with CrystalDry (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
SPE68B55UC 18 in 800 Series ADA Compact 44 dBA (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
WGA242ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Front-Load Washer (washer) · 2 fixes
WGA244ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Compact Washer (washer) · 2 fixes
WGA244AMUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series Washer White (washer) · 2 fixes
WGA252ABUS 2.4 cu ft 500 Series with Home Connect (washer) · 2 fixes

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