I HATE my Bosch frontloader! Have hated it from the get go...just don't feel it gets my clothes clean. I love the dryer but the washer, ugh! Have had the stink almost from the beginning but haven't had any problems with it other than what I just stated. Have had it for about 5-5 1/2 years. Tried to sell it but no one wanted it, lol...when I do have to replace it I will go back to the top loaders.