My Bosch is not quite 3 years old, and I haven't had any problems with it. I feel for you. It stinks. The problem is that appliance manufacturers cut corners wherever they can, either in the design of their products or the materials they use to build them, and we get stuck having to pay the consequences.

Before you spend a bundle to fix it, make sure the Bosch people have figured out a replacement that does not repeat the same problem every 3 years. A responsible manufacturer would at least review a problem and try to correct it, rather than see frequent repairs as an extra revenue stream.

A contrasting example: A few years ago, I had a mechanical problem with my Honda Accord. Honda sent me a letter saying that they determined that the faulty part responsible for the problem did not last as long as they expected. They replaced it with an improved version of the part at no cost to me, even though the car's warranty had expired. Now that's service! Unfortunately, a rare event.

Update: I was able to remove the door and fix it.

However, the latch has also been unable to "grab" properly for a while now (have to slam door to get it to grab). I guess I need a new latch assembly. After only 3 years. *sigh* I hope we can replace this part ourselves!

Then there are all those stripped holes....

Boo on Bosch!

francy

Francy, I just want to say I am sorry you are having a problem with the DW. Without doubt you have had enough problems with your kitchen. Hopefully you can order the part and DIY. Good luck.

The stripped holes can be addressed. There are inserts (plastic and metal) you can put into the holes which will accept the screws. Check your local hardware store, they have an assortment of sizes.

Thank you eandhl--that is kind of you to say. :-)

And thank you for the "screw tip" maryland!

francy

There's a good site called fixya.com . I found them googling an error code from my washer. You post a model and problem and either search through threads with similar problems or post your own. I fixed my own machine and at least figured out what's wrong with my oven latch. Here's some threads that came up with your issue.

Here is a link that might be useful: appliance repair site

Francy, my friend, where have you been!!!???!!! Oh, I get it: you've been struggling with getting your dishwasher to open! LOL!

Look, I don't own a Bosch and I certainly don't have a clue as to how to fix your latch. BUT. . . you should know you are being sorely missed over on the Kitchen Forum. In fact, not too long ago, there was a thread in which your name was mentioned and several posters commiserated in missing you over there. So here's hoping once you get your dishwasher all straightened out, you'll pop over and give us a holler.

Good luck!

Hi Martha!!

*blush* That is so very sweet of you to say! I've missed all my kitchen friends too! Truth is, I haven't lifted a paint brush/worked on the kitchen since August, and I have been so disappointed/depressed about it, I just havne't wanted to think about kitchens at all.

Remember waaaay back this summer when TheHusband FINALLY agreed to the Modern Aire hood (after more than a year of begging). And you told me to jump on his offer before he could change his mind! But I wasn't ready to decide on size/power/placement, etc.?? Remember? Remember?

Welllllllllll....

There was this economy thing that happened last fall.

And now TheHusband doesn't want to spend a penny. Not a cent. On much of anything. He recently told me that I needed to learn to cut our kids hair, so we didn't have to pay for haircuts. Yeah--right!

Oh--I should have listened to you!!!!

:-)

francy

The Bosch dishwasher latches are a spring loaded hook.
Just take a flat screw driver and pop it back open. Take a moment to look at the latch and it will become evident on how to pop it back open. There should be no need to replace the latch.

I feel your pain! Our Bosch dishwasher has had problems too - and getting it fixed is costly and annoying! We have had problems with the control module. We paid for someone to fix it - they did, for about 1 day - then we ended up ordering various parts and finally fixing it ourselves. We bought it thinking it would be superior to cheaper brands but have been sorely disappointed. I won't ever buy another one.

One word: Flowbee.

Threaten to cut HIS hair. THAT should cure him!