E07
Bosch Refrigerator
Severity: ModerateWhat Does This Error Mean?
E07 on a Bosch refrigerator means the fan motor that circulates cold air inside the fresh food (fridge) compartment has a fault. Without this fan, cold air from the evaporator cannot circulate properly, and the fridge compartment will warm up even if the freezer stays cold.
Affected Models
- Bosch Series 4 Refrigerator
- Bosch Series 6 Refrigerator
- Bosch Series 8 Refrigerator
- Bosch Benchmark Series Refrigerator
Common Causes
- Fan motor has burned out or seized
- Fan blade obstructed by ice buildup — freezing the fan in place
- Fan motor wiring connector loose or broken
- Control board not sending power to the fan motor
- Fan motor capacitor failed
How to Fix It
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Listen for the fan when the fridge door is closed.
You should hear a quiet hum from the fan when the compressor is running. Complete silence from inside the fridge (while the compressor runs) suggests the fan has stopped.
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Manually defrost the fridge if there is ice buildup.
Sometimes ice forms around the fan blade and stops it spinning. Unplug for 24-48 hours with doors open to melt the ice. If the fan restarts after defrosting, a defrost system fault is the root cause.
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If the fan is not blocked by ice, call a Bosch technician.
A failed fan motor requires replacement. A technician will test the motor winding resistance and check for power at the motor connector.
When to Call a Professional
E07 requires a technician to access the evaporator fan area behind the freezer back panel. Fan motor replacement is a professional repair on most Bosch models.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the freezer cold but the fridge warm?
This is the classic symptom of a faulty evaporator fan (E07). The evaporator coil is inside the freezer compartment. The fan pushes cold air from the freezer into the fresh food section. If the fan fails, the freezer stays cold but the fridge warms up.
How much does it cost to replace the fan motor on a Bosch fridge?
The fan motor part itself typically costs 30-80 pounds/euros. With a technician call-out, expect 150-250 pounds/euros total depending on your location.