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No CPSC recalls in the last 36 months.
Bosch, founded in 1886 and based in Gerlingen, Germany, sells power tools, parts and accessories, and Amazon owners rate them highly. The CPSC lists 26 Bosch recalls over the decades, none in the last three years. Recalled products were made in many countries, led by Germany and the United States.
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The customer service is terrible. It takes weeks to get an appointment. They have canceled our appointment multiple times with no contact as to why. They sent someone out without the pieces they needed and had to reschedule AGAIN. Horrible horrible horrible.
The new dishwasher arrived and was installed. The last installation procedure was to install the fleece liner behind the toe plate. It was not shipped nor was the cutlery rack. Calling Bosch they told me to call Lowes, Lowes told me they could assist and to call Bosch, Bosch told me missing parts are not covered.
Bosch recalls
- 2019
- 2019-12-20Buderus GB125-35 oil-condensing boilers. The siphon can become blocked, leading to a delayed ignition that can damage the boiler's exhaust system, creating a carbon monoxide hazard. CPSC notice
- 2017
- 2017-10-20Bosch, Gaggenau, Jenn-Air and Thermador brand dishwashers. The dishwasher power cord can overheat and catch fire. CPSC notice
- 2017-04-13Roof-mounted Bosch solar panels. The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire. CPSC notice
Show 23 earlier recalls (1996-2016)
- 2016
- 2016-05-11Power Workshop Grinders or Buffers or Polishers. 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. CPSC notice
- 2015
- 2015-10-01Dishwashers. The power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard. CPSC notice
- 2015-09-09Fire or Smoke Alarms. The alarms can fail to alert consumers to a fire, posing a fire hazard. CPSC notice
- 2015-08-26Other Portable or Stationary Power Tools. The tool's circuit board can overheat and melt the tool's enclosure. CPSC notice
- 2014
- 2014-01-16Fire or Smoke Alarms. The notification appliance circuit module can cause the panels to fail to activate an audible or visual alarm in the event of a fire. CPSC notice
- 2012
- 2012-07-10Miter Saws. The lower guard can break and contact the blade during use, posing a laceration hazard to users. CPSC notice
- 2012-02-15Fire or Smoke Alarms. 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. CPSC notice
- 2010
- 2010-11-23Drills. The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard. CPSC notice
- 2010-08-09Boilers & Accessories. 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. CPSC notice
- 2009
- 2009-09-23Boilers & Accessories. A problem with the boiler's ignition due to insufficient output voltage from the boiler's transformer can damage the boiler's venting. CPSC notice
- 2009-07-09Boilers & Accessories. An electrical connector can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. CPSC notice
- 2009-01-15Dishwashers. An electrical component in certain model dishwashers can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. CPSC notice
- 2008
- 2008-06-12Drills & Bits. The drill can continue to operate after the trigger has been released, posing a risk of injury to consumers. CPSC notice
- 2007
- 2007-08-15Circular Saws. The trigger switch on the circular saw can be locked on or the switch can be turned on without the use of the safety lock-out. CPSC notice
- 2006
- 2006-06-09Tools Miscellaneous. The Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. CPSC notice
- 2006-06-09Drills & Bits. The drill bit packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. CPSC notice
- 2005
- 2005-05-18Circular Saws. The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation. CPSC notice
- 2004
- 2004-12-06Table Saws. The blade drive mechanism may loosen or the motor can separate from the tool. CPSC notice
- 2004-11-15Specialty Saws. These abrasive cut-off wheels do not have correct speed rating labels. CPSC notice
- 2003
- 2003-02-14Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery. The transformer inside the charger can overheat. CPSC notice
- 2000
- 2000-10-17Tools Miscellaneous. The switches on these power tools, which were manufactured by Eaton Corp, of Cleveland, Ohio, can stick. CPSC notice
- 2000-06-01Sanders/Grinders & Accessories. Some grinders were shipped without the side handle, which is used to control and guide the tool. CPSC notice
- 1996
- 1996-11-14Sanders/Grinders & Accessories. CPSC notice
Product-related lawsuits
No product liability or consumer fraud cases naming Bosch found in federal court records.
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Who makes Bosch
- Company
- Robert Bosch source
- Founded
- 1886 source
- Headquarters
- Gerlingen source
- Founders
- Robert Bosch source
- Trademark (USPTO)
- Robert Bosch GmbH (GERMAN DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC); first registered 1966 source
- Made in (recalled products)
- Germany 6, United States 6, China 5, Bulgaria 1, Canada 1, Korea 1, Malaysia 1, Mexico 1, Netherlands 1, Switzerland 1, Taiwan 1, The Netherlands 1 (of 24 recalls listing a country)
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FAQ
Is Bosch a good brand?
Reliable. No CPSC recalls in the last 36 months. Owner satisfaction on Amazon: High.
How many recalls has Bosch had in the last 3 years?
0 recalls in the last 36 months, according to the CPSC.
Who owns Bosch?
USPTO lists Robert Bosch GmbH (German Democratic Republic) as the owner of the Bosch trademark, first registered 1966.
Who makes Bosch?
The Bosch brand belongs to Robert Bosch GmbH. CPSC recall records show Bosch products made in Germany 6, United States 6, China 5, Bulgaria 1, Canada 1, Korea 1, Malaysia 1, Mexico 1, Netherlands 1, Switzerland 1, Taiwan 1, The Netherlands 1 (of 24 recalls listing a country).
Where is Bosch from?
The Bosch trademark owner, Robert Bosch GmbH, is based in German Democratic Republic.
Where is Bosch based?
Gerlingen.
When was Bosch founded?
1886.
Where are Bosch products made?
Recalled Bosch products listed by the CPSC were made in Germany 6, United States 6, China 5, Bulgaria 1, Canada 1, Korea 1, Malaysia 1, Mexico 1, Netherlands 1, Switzerland 1, Taiwan 1, The Netherlands 1 (of 24 recalls listing a country).
Has Bosch had product recalls?
Yes. The CPSC lists 26 recalls for Bosch. The most recent, on 2019-12-20: Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Buderus Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard.