More than 550,000 dishwasher models were voluntarily recalled on October 19th, 2017 due to a safety issue with the power cord. A manufacturing defect has caused the power cord to be a fire risk; to date 5 house fires have been reported.
The dishwasher models were manufactured within a large time frame: between September 2012 and January 2015. If you have purchased a dishwasher between now and 2012, check the serial number to see if your dishwasher is included in the recall.
If your dishwasher is included in the recall, stop using it immediately and call the Safety Recall Hotline at 1-888-965-5813 for a free inspection and repair. You can contact BSH Home Appliances at 1-888-965-5813 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. or online at the brand’s websites listed below: