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Bosch · Washing machine

F16

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error code

Bosch F16 means the washer door is open.

Display form
F16
Lookup normalization
F16
Alternate forms
None retained in the official record

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Official meaning, scoped to this source

Bosch F16 means the washer door is open.

Manufacturer
Bosch
Document
Bosch washing machine error E16 / F16 · Official support article
Product family
Bosch washing machines
Market and locale
US · en-US

This is an official-source interpretation for the stated scope, not a confirmed diagnosis. Meaning can change across brands, models, product families, and markets.

Market, product family, and model applicability

US · en-US · Bosch washing machines covered by the cited official US code-specific page

Exact model applicability has not been verified.

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Safe external checks

Close the washer door fully and verify it is properly closed.

  1. Close the washer door fully and verify it is properly closed.

Safe checks and when to request service

Contact Bosch support if F16 remains or immediately when the source reserves the condition for service.

  • Contact Bosch support if F16 remains or as directed by the source.

Separate hazard signs such as smoke, flooding, sparks, or a burning smell require the manufacturer's safety instructions.

Do not do

Do not remove panels, access sensors or heating parts, test live voltage, or bypass leakage protection.

Use only the documented exterior action; do not access internal sensors, heating, water, or electrical parts.

Check warranty before authorizing service

Warranty coverage depends on the country, model, purchase date, and manufacturer terms. Have the model and serial number available, open the manufacturer's official support or warranty page, and ask whether the service route is authorized before paying for work.

This public record does not make a coverage determination. Use the official model lookup and warranty information linked below.

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If the message returns

Contact Bosch support if F16 remains.

Source and scope

Official source verified at release
Market and locale
US · en-US
Product family
Bosch washing machines
Content and safety verified on
July 26, 2026
Source updated by manufacturer
Not supplied in the official record

Bosch

Bosch washing machine error E16 / F16 · Official support article

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Verification and review status

  • Content meaning and safety verifiedJuly 26, 2026
  • Source reachability statusOfficial source verified at release
  • Automated evidence review completedPassed · July 26, 2026
  • Automated safety rules checkPassed for this published safety boundary
  • Human technical reviewPending — no human completion is claimed
  • Publication gateAutomated publication checks passed · July 26, 2026
  • Official-source conflictNo unresolved conflict admitted to this public release

Automated checks and release approval are not a substitute for a qualified service professional or the exact manufacturer manual.

Evidence used for this guidance

  • E16 / F16 troubleshooting section

    Source-backed summary

    E16 / F16: the washer door is open; Close the washer door fully and verify it is properly closed.

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