When your bosch shpm88z75n is most likely to develop issues, based on community repair data and manufacturer patterns.
Released: 2022Typical lifespan: 12 yearsRepairability: 6/1012 known failure types
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Key Milestones
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Warranty ends
1 year
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Typical lifespan
12 years
Known Failure Points
The most common failure types, sorted by when they typically appear.
Spray Arm Clog / Breakage
Spray arm nozzles clog with mineral deposits or food particles, the bearing hub wears causing wobble and poor coverage, or plastic arms crack from thermal stress cycles. Results in uneven or poor cleaning.
moderate
Probability over timePeak: 22%
0 monthsPeak: 4 years8.3 years
Affects: 22% of devices
Repair cost: ~$60
DIY: easy
Warning signs:
Dishes on one side consistently dirty
Visible white mineral deposits on spray holes
Spray arm doesn't spin freely by hand
Clicking or grinding noise during wash
Detergent Dispenser Failure
Spring-loaded dispenser door jams from caked detergent, the bi-metal or wax motor release mechanism fails, or the latch breaks. Detergent pod or powder doesn't release during the wash cycle, resulting in poorly cleaned dishes.
moderate
Probability over timePeak: 15%
0 monthsPeak: 4 years8 years
Affects: 15% of devices
Repair cost: ~$100
DIY: moderate
Warning signs:
Detergent tab still in dispenser after cycle
Dispenser door doesn't click shut
Residue buildup around dispenser
Dispenser door opens but tab doesn't fall out
Door Latch / Lock Mechanism Failure
Door latch mechanism wears out, the strike plate bends, or the electronic door lock module fails. Dishwasher won't start, stops mid-cycle, or the door won't close securely.
major
Probability over timePeak: 25%
0 monthsPeak: 4 years8 years
Affects: 25% of devices
Repair cost: ~$120
DIY: moderate
Warning signs:
Door doesn't click shut firmly
Need to slam door harder to latch
Dishwasher stops mid-cycle with door error
Door pops open during cycle
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