Product recalls
Bosch Recalls: 12 CPSC Recalls Since 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced 12 recalls involving Bosch products since 2010, the most recent on December 20, 2019. Each recall below shows what was recalled, the hazard, the model numbers and what to do. Always check the official notice: a recall can cover only some models, colours or production dates.
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Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Buderus Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Bosch for a free repair. Consumers who continue to use the boilers while awaiting repair should have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed outside of sleeping areas in the home.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · December 20, 2019
Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Buderus Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
- Recall number
- 20046
- Units
- About 170
- Hazard
- The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Buderus brand GB125-35 oil-condensing boilers distributed by Bosch. The boilers have a blue enclosure, and the GB125-35 model number is located on the data plate near the top right hand side of the boiler. The Buderus brand name is printed on the outside of the boiler's blue enclosure. Bosch Thermotechnology and the model number are printed on a white label on the blue enclosure.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately contact Bosch for a free repair. Consumers who continue to use the boilers while awaiting repair should have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed outside of sleeping areas in the home.
- Sold at
- Wholesale distributors and installed by independent contractors nationwide from June 2008 through September 2012 for about $6,000.
- Company
- Bosch Thermotechnik GmbH, of Germany, Bosch Thermotechnology Corp., of Watertown, Mass.
- Contact
- Bosch Thermotechnology at 800-323-1943 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, via email at GB125.35Recall@us.bosch.com; or online at https://www.bosch-thermotechnology.us/us/en/residential/home/ and click on the “Knowledge” tab, then click on “Product Approvals, Certifications & Regulatory Info” for more information.
BSH Home Appliances Expands Recall of Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · October 20, 2017
BSH Home Appliances Expands Recall of Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 18013
- Units
- 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.
- Hazard
- The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire.
- What 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* SHX
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.
- Sold at
- Appliance and specialty retailers, department stores, authorized builder distributors, and home improvement stores nationwide and online from January 2013 through May 2015 for between $850 and $2,600.
- Company
- BSH Home Appliances Corporation, of Irvine, Calif.
- Contact
- BSH Home Appliances toll-free at 888-965-5813 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET any day or online at the brand websites listed below for more information. Bosch www.bosch-home.com/us and click on Service, then Safety Notices Gaggenau www.gaggenau.com/us and click on Support, then Safety Notices Jenn-Air www.jennair.com and click on product recalls at the bottom of the page Thermador www.thermador.com and c
Bosch Solar Services Recalls Solar Panels Due To Fire Hazard
Hazard: The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Remedy: Consumers should contact their installer to determine if their solar panels are the model being recalled. If it is, customers should contact Bosch to arrange for free replacement.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · April 13, 2017
Bosch Solar Services Recalls Solar Panels Due To Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 17131
- Units
- About 28,000
- Hazard
- The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Roof-Mounted Bosch Photovoltaic Solar Modules with model number c-Si M 60 NA30119. Bosch solar modules are photovoltaic solar panels used to generate electricity. Each module measures approximately 65 inches by 39 inches by 1.65 inches, and weighs just less than 42 pounds. The solar cells are housed in a glass-foil laminate framed by an anodized aluminum profile. The output power of the panel is 245 watt peak.
- Remedy
- Consumers should contact their installer to determine if their solar panels are the model being recalled. If it is, customers should contact Bosch to arrange for free replacement.
- Sold at
- Commercial installers nationwide from October 2011 through May 2013 for about $300 per panel.
- Company
- Bosch Solar Energy Corporation, San Mateo, Calif.
- Contact
- Bosch toll-free at 855-866-8470 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email boschsolar@us.bosch or online at www.bosch-solarenergy.com and click on "Recall Notice" at the bottom of the page for more information and to register for free replacement.
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns
Hazard: The grinder can overheat while in use, causing the brush covers to melt and expose the end of the brush holder, posing a risk of burns to the consumer.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · May 11, 2016
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Grinders Due to Risk of Burns
- Recall number
- 16158
- Units
- About 91,000 (in addition, 18,000 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The grinder can overheat while in use, causing the brush covers to melt and expose the end of the brush holder, posing a risk of burns to the consumer.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Bosch 1380 Slim small, 4.5-inch angle grinders with date codes 502 through 511. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate affixed to the underside of the grinder. The grinders are blue and silver with a black label and black and red control buttons. "BOSCH" is printed in red on the side of the product.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grinders and contact the firm to obtain a free repair.
- Sold at
- Lowe's, Menards, The Home Depot and other home improvement, hardware stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, HomeDepot.com, Lowes.com and Menards.com from March 2015 through November 2015 for between $50 and $200, depending on the model and whether it was sold in a combination package with other tools.
- Company
- Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill., Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
- Contact
- Robert Bosch Tool toll-free at 844-552-6724 Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, or online at www.BoschTools.com and then click on Important Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
BSH Home Appliances Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · October 1, 2015
BSH Home Appliances Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 16003
- Units
- About 149,000 (in addition, about 45,000 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves power cords supplied with certain Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore Elite and Thermador brand dishwashers that were manufactured from January 2008 through December 2013. Model and serial numbers are located on the top side of the dishwashers' inner door panels. The following brands, models and serial numbers are being recalled: Brand Model # beginning with Serial # range Bosch SGE63E, SGV63E, SHE68E, SHE7ER, SHE8ER, SHE9ER, SHE9PT, SHV58E, SHV68E, SHV7ER, SHV9ER, SHV9PT, SHX58E, SHX5ER, SHX68E, SHX7ER, SHX8ER, SHX9ER, SHX9PT, SPE5ES, SPV5ES, SPX5ES FD 8801 - FD 9312 Gaggenau DF2417, DF2607, DF2617 FD 8904 - FD 9312 Thermador DWHD64, DWHD65 FD 8908 - FD 9312 Brand Model # beginnin
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.
- 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.
- Company
- BSH Home Appliances Corp., of Irvine, Calif., BSH Home Appliances Corp., of Irvine, Calif.
- Contact
- BSH Home Appliances Repair Hotline toll-free at 888-965-5813 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST Monday through Sunday or the brand Web site for more information. Bosch www.bosch-home.com/us and click on Support, then Safety Notices Gaggenau www.gaggenau.com/us and click on Support, then Safety Notices Kenmore www.sears.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page Thermador www.thermador
Bosch Security Systems Recalls Wireless Smoke Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire (Recall Alert)
Hazard: The alarms can fail to alert consumers to a fire, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact their dealer/installer for a free replacement alarm. Bosch has contacted dealers and installers directly.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · September 9, 2015
Bosch Security Systems Recalls Wireless Smoke Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire (Recall Alert)
- Recall number
- 15753
- Units
- About 950
- Hazard
- The alarms can fail to alert consumers to a fire, posing a fire hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Bosch's Radion wireless round smoke alarms installed as part of Bosch security systems. Bosch security alarm systems use a control keypad labeled "Bosch" on the front surface. The alarms are made of white plastic and measure 5.6 inches across and 2.4 inches high. The alarms have a Bosch label on the back with "RFSM-A," a bar code with "F01U263962" and a 17-digit serial number starting with 0922320XXX. The XXX in the 8th through 10th positions of the serial number designates the date code. Only alarms with date codes 001 through 458 are included in the recall.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately contact their dealer/installer for a free replacement alarm. Bosch has contacted dealers and installers directly.
- Sold at
- Security system dealers nationwide from November 2013 through October 2014 for about $125.
- Company
- Bosch Security Systems Inc., Fairport, N.Y.
- Contact
- Bosch Security Systems at 800-289-0096 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET or at www.boschsecurity.us and click on Service and Support, then Customer Service and Presales, then Related Links and go to Technical Bulletins and Safety Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Dremel Rotary Tool Due to Burn Hazard
Hazard: The tool's circuit board can overheat and melt the tool's enclosure. If the tool is being held while overheating, it could present a risk of burn. Additionally, some tools may lose their speed control changing to high speed in use, turn on by themselves, or may not turn off, posing a personal injury hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Robert Bosch Tool for information on a free repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · August 26, 2015
Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Dremel Rotary Tool Due to Burn Hazard
- Recall number
- 15227
- Units
- About 93,000 (an additional 2750 sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The tool's circuit board can overheat and melt the tool's enclosure. If the tool is being held while overheating, it could present a risk of burn. Additionally, some tools may lose their speed control changing to high speed in use, turn on by themselves, or may not turn off, posing a personal injury hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the Dremel® MICRO™ Model 8050 Rotary Tool with date codes 407 through 505. The model number and date codes are located on the name plate of the product, which is on the side opposite the Dremel logo. Products are dark gray with a silver label and blue control buttons and have 8V lithium ion batteries.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately contact Robert Bosch Tool for information on a free repair.
- Sold at
- Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Lowe's, Menards and other home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide and online including www.acehardware.com, www.amazon.com, www.homedepot.com, www.lowes.com and www.menards.com from July 2014 through May 2015 for about $90.
- Company
- Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill., Robert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.
- Contact
- Robert Bosch Tool Corp. toll-free at 855-866-1291 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.dremel.com and click on "Customer Service & Safety Information" for more information.
Bosch Security Systems Recalls Fire Control Panels Due to Fire Alarm Failure (Recall Alert)
Hazard: The notification appliance circuit module can cause the panels to fail to activate an audible or visual alarm in the event of a fire.
Remedy: Consumers who have a recalled GV4 control panel with a D192G NAC module should contact Bosch or their certified professional installer for a free repair. Bosch has contacted their distributors and installers and sent in…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · January 16, 2014
Bosch Security Systems Recalls Fire Control Panels Due to Fire Alarm Failure (Recall Alert)
- Recall number
- 14711
- Units
- About 2,000
- Hazard
- The notification appliance circuit module can cause the panels to fail to activate an audible or visual alarm in the event of a fire.
- What was recalled
- The recall involves G-series Fire Alarm Control Panels that are professionally installed and have model numbers that end in GV4 and use D192G Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) modules. The NAC module monitors the circuit connections and signals when alarms are not operational. The Bosch name, logo and model number D9412GV4, D7412GV4 or D7212GV4 are on the board of recalled GV4 fire alarm control panels. The control panels and modules are used in residences and commercial facilities and can be mounted inside a variety of enclosures with a minimum size of 16 inches x 16 inches x 3.5 inches, which may or may not be labeled with the Bosch name or logo.
- Remedy
- Consumers who have a recalled GV4 control panel with a D192G NAC module should contact Bosch or their certified professional installer for a free repair. Bosch has contacted their distributors and installers and sent installers a service bulletin telling them how to correct the problem.
- Sold at
- Authorized distributors and certified professional installers nationwide from January 2012 to December 2012. The circuit module sold for about $90.
- Company
- Bosch Security Systems Inc., of Fairport, N.Y.
- Contact
- Bosch Security Systems Inc., at (800) 289-0096, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Tuesday through Friday or online at www.boschsecurity.us and click on Customer Care for more information.
Bosch Recalls SkilSaw Miter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Hazard: The lower guard can break and contact the blade during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the miter saw and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for a free lower guard replacement kit.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · July 10, 2012
Bosch Recalls SkilSaw Miter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
- Recall number
- 12218
- Units
- Approximately 22,149
- Hazard
- The lower guard can break and contact the blade during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.
- What was recalled
- The recalled product is the SkilSaw® 10-inch compound miter saw, with model number 3316 and date codes 111, 112, 201, 202, 203 or 204. The model number and date code are on the lower right side of the name plate located on the motor housing. The SkilSaw logo appears at the top of the upper blade guard and on the dust collection bag.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the miter saw and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for a free lower guard replacement kit.
- Sold at
- Lowe's Home Centers nationwide and OC Tanner from January 2012 to April 2012.
- Company
- Robert Bosch Tool Corporation of Mount Prospect, Ill.
- Contact
- Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 727-6109 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.skiltools.com
Fire Control Panels Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Corp. Due to Alarm Failure Posing a Fire Hazard
Hazard: On all systems, when the alarm verification feature of the system is turned on, the control panel can fail to sound an alarm if a fire occurs. In addition, on systems with 50 or more reporting stations, a delay in sounding an alarm and reporting a fire may occur if the loop for the alarm system is broken.
Remedy: All distributors and installers are being sent two technical bulletins. One provides instructions for how to implement a software change that will correct the verification feature. The second contains instructions for h…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · February 15, 2012
Fire Control Panels Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Corp. Due to Alarm Failure Posing a Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 12721
- Units
- About 330
- Hazard
- On all systems, when the alarm verification feature of the system is turned on, the control panel can fail to sound an alarm if a fire occurs. In addition, on systems with 50 or more reporting stations, a delay in sounding an alarm and reporting a fire may occur if the loop for the alarm system is broken.
- What was recalled
- The Bosch-branded fire alarm panel is locking red wall box with dimensions 22.7" high by 14.5" wide by 4.3" deep. The status, date and time can be seen through a glass screen on the panel door. The word "BOSCH" is printed on the right corner of the panel and the model number "FPA-1000-UL" is printed on the bottom left below the glass screen. The alarm panels featured software versions 1.10, 1.11 and 1.12, which can be determined by installers. They were designed to be used in small to medium-sized facilities in both public and residential buildings.
- Remedy
- All distributors and installers are being sent two technical bulletins. One provides instructions for how to implement a software change that will correct the verification feature. The second contains instructions for how to handle warnings from affected systems with 50 or more stations. Those who have not received the bulletins should contact Bosch.
- Sold at
- Authorized distributors and installers nationwide from May 2009 through October 2011 for about $1,200.
- Company
- Bosch Security Systems, Inc., of Fairport, N.Y.
- Contact
- For more information, contact Bosch Security Systems at (800) 289-0096 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. ET or visit service/customer care on the firm's website at http://www.boschsecurity.us/en-us/ for instructions on how to download software to update the control panels or otherwise address the problems.
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Hazard: The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard. In addition, the switch trigger could become stuck in the "on" position posing an injury hazard to the user.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · November 23, 2010
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
- Recall number
- 11051
- Units
- About 20,000 units
- Hazard
- The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard. In addition, the switch trigger could become stuck in the "on" position posing an injury hazard to the user.
- What was recalled
- Bosch 1/2 inch 2-Speed Hammer Drill with model number HD19-2, HD19-2D, HD19-2L and 1/2 inch 2-Speed Hammer Drills with model number HD 21-2 are included in this recall. "BOSCH" is printed in red lettering on the side of the drills.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the hammer drill and return hammer drill to Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for repair.
- Sold at
- Home improvement, hardware and major retailers nationwide and various distributors from September 2009 through August 2010 for between about $140 and $220.
- Company
- Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois
- Contact
- For additional information, contact Bosch toll-free at (866) 244-2110 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.Boschtools.com
Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Boiler Survey Kits Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The use of a silver-colored gas pipe adapter included in the service kit can lead to gas leakage, posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers with boilers listed above that were serviced after February 1, 2010, should immediately contact the service provider to determine if the kit was installed in their boilers. If it was, consumers should arrange …
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · August 9, 2010
Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Boiler Survey Kits Due to Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 10751
- Units
- About 1,500
- Hazard
- The use of a silver-colored gas pipe adapter included in the service kit can lead to gas leakage, posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
- What was recalled
- The recalled product is a service kit that was distributed for free to some contractors and distributors that contained a silver-colored adapter. The kit, which has the number 8718600187 on the side of the box, was used as part of a program to evaluate the effects of heating water quality on components of Buderus gas-fired condensing gas boilers with model numbers GB142/24, GB142/30, GB142/45, and GB142/60. The model number is located on a label on the bottom left side of the boiler.
- Remedy
- Consumers with boilers listed above that were serviced after February 1, 2010, should immediately contact the service provider to determine if the kit was installed in their boilers. If it was, consumers should arrange with the service provider for an immediate free inspection and repair. Contractors and distributors who received kits from Bosch are directly contacting consumers who have boilers with the recalled kits installed.
- Sold at
- Distributed to plumbing and heating contractors and equipment distributors nationwide from February 2010 through May 2010 for free.
- Company
- Nefit B.V. Inc., of the Netherlands, Bosch Thermotechnology of Londonderry, N.H.
- Contact
- For more information, call Bosch Thermotechnology at (800) 283-3787 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.buderus.net
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