GE Refrigerator Error Code bP

The bP code on a GE refrigerator means that an RFID bypass plug is installed in the water filter housing instead of an actual water filter cartridge. The refrigerator detects the bypass plug through its RFID system and displays bP to indicate that water is flowing through the appliance unfiltered. The refrigerator will continue to operate normally, but no filtration is occurring at the appliance level.

The bP code itself is not a safety hazard and does not indicate a malfunction. However, while the bypass plug is installed, your water and ice are not being filtered by the refrigerator's internal filtration system. If your home water supply relies on the refrigerator filter for contaminant reduction, you should install a new filter cartridge to restore filtered water dispensing.

The cost to resolve the bP code typically involves purchasing a replacement water filter cartridge, which generally ranges from around 30 to 60 dollars depending on the specific model and where it is purchased. No tools or service labor are required in most cases, as filter replacement is a straightforward DIY task. If a bypass plug was installed intentionally and you choose to leave it in place, there is no cost involved at all.

To clear the bP code, remove the bypass plug from the water filter housing and install a compatible GE RFID water filter cartridge. Once a valid filter is properly seated and locked into place, the control board will detect the new filter's RFID signal and the bP indicator should clear. If you intentionally want to use the bypass plug, the bP display is simply an informational status and does not require any corrective action.

Resetting the refrigerator will not permanently clear the bP code as long as the bypass plug remains installed. The RFID system continuously reads what is in the filter housing, so the code will return after any reset if the bypass plug is still present. The only way to resolve the bP display is to replace the bypass plug with a compatible water filter cartridge.