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CPSC recall · Reported October 20, 2017

BSH Home Appliances Expands Recall of Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire.

Recall #
18013
Affected scope
About 408,000 (in addition, about 61,000 were sold in Canada) 149,000 additional units were previously recalled in October 2015. The date range was expanded for previously recalled models.
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The CPSC recalled This recall expansion involves Bosch, Gaggenau, Jenn-Air and Thermador brand dishwashers ….

BSH Home Appliances Expands Recall of Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 20, 2017. Reason: The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact BSH Home App…. Verify recall #18013 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire..

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October 20, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

This recall expansion involves Bosch, Gaggenau, Jenn-Air and Thermador brand dishwashers sold in stainless steel, black, white and custom panel. The model and serial numbers are printed inside the dishwasher either on the top of the dishwasher inner door panel or on the side of the dishwasher panel. Brand Model number beginning with Serial number range *indicates models that were included in the previous recall on October 1, 2015. The date range was expanded for these models. Bosch SHE33T SHE53T SHE65T SHE68T SHE7PT SHE8PT SHP53T SHP65T SHP7PT SHV53T SHV68T SHV7PT SHV8PT SHX53T SHX65T SHX68T SHX7PT SHX8PT FD 9209 - 9403 SGE53U SGE63E* SGE68U SGV63E* SGX68U SHE9PT* SHV9PT* SHX5ER* SHX7ER* SHX9PT* SPE5ES* SPE53U SPE68U SPV5ES* SPX5ES* SPX68U FD 9401 - 9501 Gaggenau DF2417* DF2607* DF2617* FD 9401 - 9501 Jenn-Air JDB9600CWS JDB9600CWP JDB9600CWX FD 9404 - 9501 Thermador DWHD44 FD 9209 - 9403 DWHD64* DWHD65* FD 9401 - 9501

Reason for recall

The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 18013
Date reported October 20, 2017
Date initiated October 20, 2017
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 408,000 (in addition, about 61,000 were sold in Canada) 149,000 additional units were previously recalled in October 2015. The date range was expanded for previously recalled models.
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.

  • Check the recall number (18013) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall expansion involves Bosch, Gaggenau, Jenn-Air and Thermador brand dishwashers sold in stainless steel, black, white and custom panel. The model and serial numbers are printed inside the dishwasher either on the top of the dishwasher inner door panel or on the side of the dishwasher panel. Brand Model number beginning with Serial number range *indicates models that were included in the previous recall on October 1, 2015. The date range was expanded for these models. Bosch SHE33T SHE53T SHE65T SHE68T SHE7PT SHE8PT SHP53T SHP65T SHP7PT SHV53T SHV68T SHV7PT SHV8PT SHX53T SHX65T SHX68T SHX7PT SHX8PT FD 9209 - 9403 SGE53U SGE63E* SGE68U SGV63E* SGX68U SHE9PT* SHV9PT* SHX5ER* SHX7ER* SHX9PT* SPE5ES* SPE53U SPE68U SPV5ES* SPX5ES* SPX68U FD 9401 - 9501 Gaggenau DF2417* DF2607* DF2617* FD 9401 - 9501 Jenn-Air JDB9600CWS JDB9600CWP JDB9600CWX FD 9404 - 9501 Thermador DWHD44 FD 9209 - 9403 DWHD64* DWHD65* FD 9401 - 9501. Units affected: About 408,000 (in addition, about 61,000 were sold in Canada) 149,000 additional units were previously recalled in October 2015. The date range was expanded for previously recalled models..
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 20, 2017. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 18013.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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