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Siemens error codes
Verified error-code explanations and troubleshooting guides for Siemens products.
4 verified guides · 1 device groups
Before you start
- Note the full display code and model number, not only the brand.
- Compare the summary below with what your appliance is doing. A different code or symptom needs a different guide.
- Open the guide sources and check their device and model scope. Follow only checks intended for the owner.
FaultGuide currently publishes 4 verified error-code guides for Siemens products, covering Dishwashers.
Each guide explains what the code means, lists likely causes, and walks through owner-safe checks—with a clear stop before work that needs a qualified technician.
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Siemens dishwasher E16: filling-system or water-inlet fault
Siemens dishwasher error E16 indicates a fault in the filling system or water inflow. It may also indicate that the inlet valve is not closing completely. The e...
Siemens Dishwasher E18: Water-Inlet Fault
On Siemens dishwashers, error E18 generally means that the appliance is detecting too little incoming water flow. Check the water tap, inlet hose, household wat...
Siemens Dishwasher Error Code E20: Circulation Pump or Rinsing Circuit Fault
Siemens error code E20 indicates a fault in the rinsing circuit, typically triggered by an electrical issue, winding failure, or blockage in the circulation pum...
Siemens Dishwasher Error Code E25: Drain Pump Blocked or Drainage Fault
Error code E25 indicates that the dishwasher is unable to drain wastewater properly. This is typically caused by a jammed drain pump impeller, a loose or unclip...
Frequently asked questions
How do I read a Siemens error code?
Copy the display string exactly (letters and numbers), choose the matching device type, and open that guide. Alternate spellings are noted on the primary page.
When should I avoid DIY on a Siemens fault?
Do not continue if you see active water leaks, burning smells, sparks, or a technician-only step in the guide. Unplug first.
What does Siemens code E16 mean?
Siemens dishwasher error E16 indicates a fault in the filling system or water inflow. It may also indicate that the inlet valve is not closing completely. The exact meaning and recommended procedure can vary by model and region, so confirm E16 in the appliance-specific manual using the dishwasher’s E-Nr/model number, usually found on the door edge or frame.
What does Siemens code E18 mean?
On Siemens dishwashers, error E18 generally means that the appliance is detecting too little incoming water flow. Check the water tap, inlet hose, household water flow, and—only if the exact model manual permits it—the inlet filter. Siemens uses different meanings for similarly named codes on other appliance types, so this guidance is for dishwashers only. Exact behavior and access to filters can vary by E-Nr/model.
What does Siemens code E20 mean?
Siemens error code E20 indicates a fault in the rinsing circuit, typically triggered by an electrical issue, winding failure, or blockage in the circulation pump.