Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore Elite and Thermador Dishwashers

CPSC Recall #16-003 — October 1, 2015

Recall #16-003 Date: October 1, 2015 Remedy: Repair

Product

Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore Elite and Thermador Dishwashers

Description

The power cord on some Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore and Thermador dishwashers can overheat.

Hazard

The power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

BSH Home Appliances has received 10 reports of the electrical cord overheating, including five reports of fire resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported. 

Remedy

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

Units Affected

About 149,000 (in addition, about 45,000 were sold in Canada)

Sold At

Appliance and specialty retailers, department stores, authorized builder distributors, home improvement stores nationwide and online between January 2009 and May 2014 for between $850 and $2600.

Importer

BSH Home Appliances Corp., of Irvine, Calif.

Manufactured In

Germany