Bosch Refrigerator Error Code FILTRCHG

FILTRCHG is a maintenance alert indicating that the water filter has been in use for six months and needs to be replaced immediately. It is a time-based reminder tracked by the refrigerator's control system, not a sensor fault. The alert will stay on the display until the filter is replaced and the correct reset button sequence is performed.

The refrigerator will continue to operate and dispense water, but the filtration performance of a filter past six months of use may be reduced. Water quality and taste can be affected, and contaminants that the filter would normally remove may pass through. Replacing the filter promptly is recommended.

Replacement water filters for Bosch refrigerators typically range from about $30 to $60 depending on the specific filter model required for your unit. This is a DIY-friendly repair that does not require any tools or a service call in most cases, keeping the total cost to just the price of the filter itself.

First, install a new water filter. Then press and hold the Ice and Vacation buttons simultaneously for three seconds to reset the filter timer and clear the alert. If you need to enter filter change mode before replacing the filter, press and hold the Ice and Super Cool buttons simultaneously for three seconds.

Performing the reset sequence without installing a new filter will clear the alert from the display, but the old filter will still be in use and its filtration capacity will remain depleted. The reminder will reappear after another six months based on the reset date. For proper water quality, the physical filter should always be replaced before performing the reset.