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Bosch washing machine making unusual noise

All washing machines make low level noise during a wash programme which is completely normal and not a cause for concern. However, there are some loud noises which may indicate there is an issue with the washing machine and they need to be solved promptly.

In short

A Bosch washing machine making unusual noise is documented by Bosch with 1 possible cause and 1 recommended step. Documented causes include: All washing machines make low level noise during a wash programme which is completely normal and not a cause for concern. However, there are some loud noises which may indicate there is an issue with the washing machine and they need to be solved promptly.

What Bosch documents

Cause: All washing machines make low level noise during a wash programme which is completely normal and not a cause for concern. However, there are some loud noises which may indicate there is an issue with the washing machine and they need to be solved promptly.

What to check:

Level your washing machine

  1. Place a spirit level on the appliance.
  2. Turn the feet on the appliance until the spirit level is aligned.
  3. Secure the feet with the lock nuts by following the instructions in the installation guide.
  4. If the appliance is standing on a base, secure the feet with the clip holders. The clip holders are available as an accessory.

Source: Bosch Home UK troubleshooting page, retrieved 3 Nov 2026 Verified

Video guides

What the manufacturer shows

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Washing machine makes a strange noiseBosch Home UK and Ireland, shown on Bosch Home UK's page

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Questions people ask

Frequently asked questions

Why is my Bosch washing machine making unusual noise?

Bosch documents these causes: All washing machines make low level noise during a wash programme which is completely normal and not a cause for concern. However, there are some loud noises which may indicate there is an issue with the washing machine and they need to be solved promptly.

What should I check first when a Bosch washing machine is making unusual noise?

Level your washing machine: 1. Place a spirit level on the appliance. 2. Turn the feet on the appliance until the spirit level is aligned. 3. Secure the feet with the lock nuts by following the instructions in the installation guide. 4. If the appliance is standing on a base, secure the feet with the clip holders. The clip holders are available as an accessory.

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Where these facts come from

Every fact on this page was read from the manufacturer's own product page or document at the address shown, and is labelled with how far it has been checked. Last updated 3 November 2026. Read how we source data, or report an error.