Bosch washing machines
9 reports to CPSC, the latest made Mar 1, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.
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At a glance
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- 9reports to CPSC
- Mar 1, 2026the latest report was made
- Sep 21, 2011the earliest
- 3with the company’s comments
- Brand
- Bosch
- Maker
- BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATIONMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
- Product
- Washing machinesCPSC’s product type: Washing Machines, Other or Not Specified (code 140), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Laundry, Fabric Care & Sewing
Other ways the reports write the brand (1)
“Bosch Home Appliances Corp”
By month
The numbers, as a table
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | 1 |
| March 2020 | 1 |
| July 2016 | 1 |
| November 2015 | 1 |
| March 2014 | 1 |
| January 2013 | 1 |
| September 2012 | 1 |
| May 2012 | 1 |
| September 2011 | 1 |
How badly anyone was hurt
- No one hurt 9 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.
The reports, as CPSC published them
Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.
Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.
CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.
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No one hurt Made Mar 1, 2026, sent to the company Mar 4, 2026, published by CPSC Mar 18, 2026
The product, in the report: Bosch 24-Inch Smart Compact Front Load Washer, white, residential use
While a Bosch 24-Inch Smart Compact Front Load Washer (Model WAW285H2UC) was running a normal wash cycle, the front door blew out unexpectedly. A 70-year-old woman was in close proximity at the time. She was not injured, but the force of the door failure could have caused serious harm. The washer was purchased in June 2022 and was being used normally with no modifications. The product has a dangerous defect that allowed the pressurized door to detach mid-cycle.
- Model
- WAW285H2UC
- Serial number
- 4810905031990427 (this may be incorrect)
- Bought from
- Plessers, Babylon
- Bought
- Jun 1, 2022, about then
- Where
- Lindenhurst, New York: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 66, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- My Parent
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Mar 19, 2020, sent to the company Mar 27, 2020, published by CPSC Apr 10, 2020
The product, in the report: Bosch Nexxt 500 Series Front Load Washing Machine, white
I bought a front loading washing machine in late 2008. It is a higher end brand, Bosch. I have done all of the recommended things to keep the mold from growing and the washer from smelling including leaving the door open after each wash, cleaning the gasket regularly (almost with every wash), cleaning out the drain, running it with vinegar, running a wash with bleach and not only does it still smell in the washer, now continually, but my clothes are starting to smell. I’m concerned our family’s consistent sore throats and other symptoms may be a result of the mold. I have also been dealing with the cycles not finishing and giving me an error code that, per the manual, indicates the drain needs to be cleaned. There’s never much in there and cleaning it does not clear the code for more than a few washes, which may not even be due to the cleaning as it is not consistent with each wash to begin with. Not only should consumers not have to go through so much for a load of laundry, but we certainly should not look forward to having to scrap a functioning appliance due to mold, mildew, and smell! I often return to the internet to see if anything new has been suggested, what I find is more and more complaints and lawsuits. Why are the appliance manufacturers allowed to continue peddling such products that have clearly had the same issues since their inception?
- Model
- WFMC3301UC
- Serial number
- 857100084485045847
- Bought
- Sep 1, 2008, about then
- Where
- Lake Stevens, Washington: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Unspecified
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Jul 7, 2016, sent to the company Jul 15, 2016, published by CPSC Aug 9, 2016
The product, in the report: bosch front loading washer
I have a front loading bosch washer with a terrible mold problem
- Bought from
- nate lions
- Bought
- Jul 14, 2010, about then
- Where
- fall river, Massachusetts: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 64, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Nov 3, 2015, sent to the company Dec 10, 2015, published by CPSC Dec 28, 2015
The product, in the report: Front load washer
Caller stated that the washer while it was in its final spin cycle exploded. She stated that the glass from the door of the washer shattered and shredded the clothing. This happened while it was still spinning. The incident caused the interior of the washer (drum) to be extremely damaged as well. Caller was able to cancel the operation by using the control panel on the washer. The washer remains inoperable at this time. (11/1/15) The Manufacturer was contacted and she was advised that someone would contact her within 48 hours but no one has contacted her as yet.
Caller feels that this washer is a safety hazard and should be reported.
- Model
- wfvc5400uc/
20 - Serial number
- 850020087418005679
- Bought from
- Lowes, Ohio
- Bought
- Jan 8, 2011, about then
- Where
- Louisville, Kentucky: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Mar 5, 2014, sent to the company Apr 4, 2014, published by CPSC Apr 18, 2014
The product, in the report: Front loading washer
The consumer stated that mold collects in the rubber gasket around the washer door.
The consumer stated that there is a strong odor that poses health hazards to the consumer. The consumer is not able to breath well as she also suffers from COPD.
The consumer was informed by the repairman of why such a problem was occurring. The consumer contacted the manf and retailers about the problem. They provided her cleaning and drying instructions.
The consumer stated that she has followed the instructions but the mold and odor keeps coming back.
The consumer stated that she has a warranty on the unit but the retailer informed her that this is not a defect in the unit. The retailer informed the consumer that such an issue can occur with front loading washers.
There are no recalls on this unit.
The consumer stated that the mold recurrence has become far more frequent than before.
- Model
- WFVC544AUC119FD8905
- Serial number
- 85909008915500103
- Bought from
- Sears, Alabama
- Bought
- Jan 1, 2010, about then
- Where
- Birmingham, Alabama: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Jan 14, 2013, sent to the company Feb 27, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 14, 2013
The product, in the report: Front load Washer
The caller stated that he has been experiencing problems with the front load washer after installation. The washer develops mold after each wash which permanently damaged the front gasket, because it cannot be removed. He has tried several mold removal kits but nothing worked.
There was a service call placed in 2/2009 for the same problem.
(6/2012)The manufacturer was contacted and he was advised that the gasket could be removed at a cost to the caller.
The caller feels that the mold in the washer is unsafe and should be reported.
- Model
- WFMC5301UC/
15 - Serial number
- 858090085211009424
- Bought from
- Rays Appliances, Pennsylvania
- Bought
- Nov 8, 2008, about then
- Where
- Bluebell, Pennsylvania: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Sep 19, 2012, sent to the company Dec 21, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 9, 2013
The product, in the report: Washer
The caller stated that after the washer was installed she started experiencing problems. The unit would not spin properly. She contacted the service department, they came out and advised her that she might be using too much soap or placing too many clothes in it. They experiment with the washer and it showed that it had a problem but was not corrected.
(2007) The manufacturer was contacted and she requested to have the problem resolved. Service agents was sent out to replace parts however, that did not resolve the issue. The caller stated that about 8 months ago the washer while in spin cycle would project pieces of plastic. There is a crack in the corner of the door opening.
Note: caller will add more detail to report.
- Model
- WFMC6401uc/
03 - Serial number
- FD861000095
- Bought from
- Barons, New Hampshire
- Bought
- Feb 3, 2007, about then
- Where
- Methuen, Massachusetts: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made May 16, 2012, sent to the company May 25, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 11, 2012
The product, in the report: Washer/Dryer
Initial incident description replaced with consumer’s description included with the Consent Letter, as follows:
On 5/5/12 consumer put on a load to wash. Closed the door. Set the cycle. Heard a loud noise as if a gun went off. Washer tripped the breaker. Door locked and would not open. Contacted repair technician and was advised 5/8/12 was the earliest for service.
On 5/8/12 Technician attempted to re-start washer. Heard a number of sparks and machine tripped breaker again. Re-started again, heard more sparks. Was advised it was not good. Looking at over $1,000 in repairs or more and should look at a new washer. Was also advised that parts are not available for the Bosch Nexxt appliances.
On 5/14/12 consumer contacted Manufacturer and advised the unit had burned out. She also advised manufacturer that an electrical problem was not repaired by Extended Warranty while unit was under Warranty. Manufacturer asked consumer to provide copies of the repair docinnentation and they would see what they can do.
Consumer feels unit is unsafe and could have potentially caught her house on fire. Parts are not available by the manufacturer for repairs. Extended Warranty was made aware of an electrical problem and did nothing to repair it. Consumer was advised by the technician for Extended Warranty to plug unit in a regular receptacle and not a GFCI, which is against ALL building codes.
- Model
- NEXXT
- Serial number
- 856010083979001643
- Bought from
- Michaels Appliance, New York
- Bought
- Feb 10, 2006
- Where
- Unspecified: Unspecified
- Who was involved
- Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Sep 21, 2011, sent to the company Oct 20, 2011, published by CPSC Nov 10, 2011
The product, in the report: Washing machine
I am disappointed with both the engineering and customer support received in response to an issue concerning my Bosch Nexxt Washer. My prior experience with Bosch has been with automotive products where they have consistently performed at a high level. Unfortunately that expectation of the same quality is present in your Home Appliance line has not been met. When I reported black mold forming on the washer door seal your customer service department stated I should “wipe down and dry the rubber seal” after each use. For a product that operates in a wet environment this does not feel like a reasonable request. I even escalated in an executive response area, and person confirmed the washer needs to be wiped dry after each use. I expect adequate drainage and drying capability to address the moisture in a washer. I think the product, as designed, is not functional and also creates a health hazard. Doing some research (googled “Bosch washer mold”) I found this to be a common complaint about your front load washer products. I am surprised no action has been taken to correct this defect as it poses a health risk to consumers in my opinion. In addition to eliminating any Bosch Home Appliances from future consideration you are also damaging the Bosch brand with shoddy products and poor customer service. I am your target customer and so are my friends. By not acknowledging and addressing this issue you are destroying Bosch’s “high quality technology” reputation and alienating customers.
- Model
- Nexxt
- Where
- Gates Mills, Ohio: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Unspecified
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Bosch Home Appliances Corp, made or sold by BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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