Description
🧾 Description
When your Bosch front-load washer door fails to lock securely or shows an error code related to the door lock, the OEM Part 648526 (also referenced as 00648526) door latch/lock mechanism can restore safe operation. This component replaces previous numbers like AP4501425, PS8730790. partselect.com+2amazon.com+2
⚠️ Please check with your maintenance technician prior to ordering to verify compatibility with your exact washer model number and ensure the lock mechanism’s mounting and connector match your unit.
⚙ Features & Benefits
Features:
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Genuine Bosch part number 648526 (alternate 00648526). amazon.com+1
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Mechanical door latch/lock assembly designed for select Bosch front-load washers. appliancepartspros.com
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Replaces older reference numbers such as AP4501425, PS8730790 per parts listings. partselect.com
Benefits:
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Restores secure door locking — Ensures the washer door cannot open mid-cycle, improving safety and preventing leaks.
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Allows proper cycle start — A faulty lock often prevents the washer from starting; replacing it restores full functionality.
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OEM fit & durability — Genuine part means correct match, better longevity, and fewer compatibility issues.
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Cost-effective repair — Replacing a door latch is far less expensive than replacing the entire washer or major components.
🔍 Common Symptoms That Indicate Replacement Needed
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The washer shows an error code related to door lock or door won’t lock.
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The door latch clicks but the machine still won’t start or stops mid-cycle.
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The door appears secure but the machine treats it as “open”.
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You inspect the latch and it’s visibly broken, stripped, or the locking hook does not engage.
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The parts breakdown for your model lists 648526 / 00648526 as the door lock part. partselect.com
🧩 Compatibility Notes
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Fits many Bosch front-load washers that list 648526 / 00648526 in the parts diagram. amazon.com
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Before ordering: verify your washer’s model number and serial number, and compare the shape, mounting bracket, connector style of your existing lock mechanism.
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If the door hinge, strike plate, or wiring are damaged, replacing only the latch might not fully restore operation — inspection by technician recommended.