20000272 Genuine Upper Basket for Bosch Dishwashers SMS50E38AU SMS40E08AU SMS2ITI02A SMS4HTI01A SMI50D05AU SMU50D05AU SMS60M18AU

Bosch dishwashers such as the SMS50E38AU use this genuine upper basket, part number 20000272, along with the SMS40E08AU and the SMS2ITI02A and SMS4HTI01A families. It is also listed for the SMI50D05AU, the SMU50D05AU and SMU50E65AU, the SMS50E32AU and the SMS60M18AU. Several FD versions of each model are on file, so the E-Nr and FD numbers on your door label are the best way to confirm fit.

Bosch dishwasher top basket rusting or broken?

The upper basket carries glasses, mugs and small bowls and runs in and out on the side rails. Its coated wire frame takes a lot of knocks, and once the coating chips the steel underneath starts to rust, leaving brown marks on dishes and debris in the filter. Broken tines, cracked wheel holders and a basket that drops or jams on the rails are other reasons to replace it. Rust can also spread to the rails and wheels if it is left too long.

Part details

• Genuine Bosch upper basket 20000272
• Top basket position
• Listed for 39 Bosch dishwasher model variants
• Suits SMS, SMI and SMU series models

Fitting the upper basket

Slide the old basket out to the end of its travel. On most Bosch models a small catch or end cap on each rail holds it in, so release those and lift the basket off. Transfer any parts your new basket does not come with, then clip it onto the rails, refit the end caps and check it runs freely.

Questions about this part

Where is the E-Nr on a Bosch dishwasher?

Open the door and look at the top or side edge of the inner door for a label. The E-Nr starts with letters such as SMS or SMU and is followed by an FD number. Check both against this listing or send them through the parts enquiry form.