cre
Easy Fix
Bosch · Dryers
Basic appliance care program needed (maintenance reminder)
Quick Answer
Error code CrE on your Bosch Dryers means: Basic appliance care program needed (maintenance reminder). This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
This is a maintenance notification, not an error.
2
Refer to your user manual for instructions on running the basic appliance care program.
3
Run the care program as directed by the manual.
4
The notification will continue to appear until the care program has been completed.
5
After completion, the notification should clear automatically.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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