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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 15, 2009Serious
Bosch and Siemens Model Dishwashers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
An electrical component in certain model dishwashers can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the listed model dishwashers and contact the repair hotline at (800) 856-9226 for a free repair.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact BSH Home Appliances at (800) 856-9226 anytime or visit the brand's Web site at www.boschappliances.com or www.siemens-home.com
The product
This recall involves certain Bosch® and Siemens® dishwashers manufactured from May 1999 through July 2005. The brand name is printed on the dishwasher's front control panel. Model and serials numbers are located inside the dishwasher door panel on the upper right side. Brand Model Numbers Must Begin With Serial Numbers within the range of Bosch SHE43C, SHE44C SHE46C, SHE56C SHU33 SHU42 SHU432 SHU43C, SHU53A FD8503 - FD8507 FD8501 - FD8505 FD7905 - FD8505 FD8407 - FD8505 FD8004 - FD8211 FD8205 - FD8507 Siemens SL34A FD8308 - FD8505
Details
- Units affected
- About 476,500
- Recall date
- January 15, 2009
- Brand
- BSH Home Appliances Corp., of Huntington Beach, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- BSH Home Appliances has received 51 reports of incidents, including 30 reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Appliance and specialty retailers nationwide from May 1999 through December 2006 for between $550 and $1,100.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bosch and Siemens Model Dishwashers Recalled by BSH Home Appliances Corporation Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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