BSH recalls dishwasher power cords (Bosch included) (2015)
Recall overview
This recall covers certain dishwasher power cords supplied with Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore Elite, and Thermador dishwashers. The concern is power cord overheating, which can create a fire hazard.
- Recall date: October 1, 2015
- Remedy: Free inspection and repair
- Units: About 149,000 (plus about 45,000 in Canada)
- Recall number: 16-003
What’s the hazard?
The electrical power cord can overheat. Overheating may lead to smoke or fire, posing a potential risk of property damage and injury.
What to do
- Stop using the dishwasher if it matches the model/FD or serial criteria below.
- Contact BSH Home Appliances to schedule a free inspection and repair.
How to identify your dishwasher
This recall applies to units manufactured January 2008 through December 2013.
Where to find the label:
Model and serial information is typically printed on the top side of the inner door panel (inside the dishwasher).
Affected brands, model prefixes, and serial ranges
Bosch
Model numbers beginning with:
SGE63E, SGV63E, SHE68E, SHE7ER, SHE8ER, SHE9ER, SHE9PT, SHV58E, SHV68E, SHV7ER, SHV9ER, SHV9PT, SHX58E, SHX5ER, SHX68E, SHX7ER, SHX8ER, SHX9ER, SHX9PT, SPE5ES, SPV5ES, SPX5ES
FD range: FD 8801 – FD 9312
Gaggenau
Model numbers beginning with: DF2417, DF2607, DF2617
FD range: FD 8904 – FD 9312
Thermador
Model numbers beginning with: DWHD64, DWHD65
FD range: FD 8908 – FD 9312
Kenmore Elite
Model numbers beginning with: 630.13003, 630.13023, 630.13993, 630.14003
Serial numbers beginning with: 010 or 013
Incidents reported
BSH Home Appliances received 10 reports of power cord overheating, including five fires with property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Where and when they were sold
Sold nationwide (in stores and online) at appliance and specialty retailers, department stores, authorized builder distributors, and home improvement stores from January 2009 through May 2014, typically priced $850 to $2,600.
- Importer: BSH Home Appliances Corp., Irvine, California
- Manufactured in: Germany
FAQ (optional but good for SEO)
How do I know if my dishwasher is included?
Match your model prefix and FD/serial range to the lists above. The model/serial label is inside the door on the top edge.
Is this a replacement or a repair?
The listed remedy is repair, after a free inspection.
What if I have a Kenmore Elite model?
Kenmore Elite eligibility is based on the model prefix and whether the serial number begins with 010 or 013.
Not sure where to find the FD number? Contact us.
Primary source (CPSC): https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/bsh-home-appliances-recalls-dishwashers