Robert Bosch, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2018

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Robert Bosch, LLC in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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June 19, 2018

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Fuel Pump Flange Weld may Fracture

Robert Bosch LLC (Bosch) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon decisions made by Ford Motor Company and General Motors to conduct recalls (numbers 18V392 and 18V358 respectively) to inspect and replace certain Robert Bosch HDP5 High Pressure Fuel Pump Assemblies, part numbers 0261520518 and 0261520515. Welds between the pump housing and the mounting flange may fracture, possibly causing a fuel leak.

NHTSA ID: 18E042000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

# of Units Affected: 6,493

Consequence Summary:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Bosch is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. Ford and GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, Buick customer service 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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April 19, 2018

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Loss of Power Steering Assist Due to Corrosion

Robert Bosch Automotive Steering (Bosch) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon decisions by Ford Motor Company and Tesla, Inc. to conduct recalls (No. 15V250 and No. 18V204, respectively) to replace the aluminum mounting bolts in Bosch-supplied Electric Power Steering (EPS) systems that can corrode after exposure to certain driving environments such as road salt.

NHTSA ID: 18E024000

Component: STEERING

# of Units Affected: 557,722

Consequence Summary:

If the aluminum bolts corrode, they may fracture, allowing the steering gear motor to detach and cause a reduction or loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Bosch is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. Dealers for those manufacturers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. Ford owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S14. Tesla owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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