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We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested Bosch 300 Series DLX SHX53TL5UC although it may differ in price and features.

Recall notice

In October 2017, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of almost 408,000 Bosch, Gaggenau, Jenn-Air, and Thermador dishwashers in addition to 149,000 additional units previously recalled in October 2015 because the power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard. For full details read the recall notice.

www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/BSH-Home-Appliances-Expands-Recall-of-Dishwashers

300 Series DLX SHP53TL5UC

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How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

Overall Score

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Predicted Reliability
 /  5
Owner Satisfaction
 /  5
Lower Wash Performance
 /  5
Upper Wash Performance
 /  5
Ease of use
 /  5
Drying
 /  5
Energy use
 /  5
Noise
 /  5
Water efficiency
 /  5
Washing
 /  5
Convenience
 /  5
Color
 /  5
Annual usage cost ($)
 /  5
Cycle time (min.)
 /  5

About

The Bosch 300 Series DLX SHP53TL5UC is part of the Dishwashers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Dishwasher models like the 300 Series DLX SHP53TL5UC are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Lower Wash Performance: A high score means dishes on the lower rack come out cleaner, even with baked-on food.

Upper Wash Performance: A high score means dishes on the upper rack come out cleaner, even with baked-on food.

Ease of use: A high score means a clear interface and more features including flexible loading options and self-cleaning filters. Top scoring models are simple to operate and have more convenient features.