11015540 Vegetable drawer panel for Bosch refrigerator

Transparent front panel for the VitaFresh vegetable drawer for Bosch fridge

This transparent front panel for the VitaFresh vegetable drawer is an original Bosch / B/S/H/ replacement part with the code 11015540. It is intended for selected refrigerators according to the exact model designation E-Nr. The panel forms the front wall of the lower drawer designed for storing fruit and vegetables and also creates the grip area used when pulling the drawer out and pushing it back in.

The part is made of transparent plastic and bears the original inscription „VitaFresh vegetables and fruit“. The transparent design allows you to check the contents of the drawer without fully extending it.

The package contains 1 transparent drawer front panel. This is not a complete drawer – the plastic body of the drawer, its base, side walls, any guiding parts and other internal fittings of the refrigerator are not included.

What it does and when replacement is needed

The panel closes the front side of the fruit and vegetable drawer. It helps keep stored food inside the drawer and provides an area to comfortably grip the drawer when pulling it out of the cooling compartment.

When properly fitted, the panel also reinforces the front of the drawer. Its shape, height and the position of the fastening elements must match the specific drawer body so the assembly moves in the guide tracks without catching on surrounding shelves or the refrigerator structure.

We recommend replacing the panel especially in the following cases:

• The transparent plastic is cracked, chipped or otherwise mechanically damaged.
• The panel split at the upper grip edge.
• Fastening protrusions or latches are broken off.
• The panel does not hold firmly to the drawer body and comes loose when the drawer is pulled out.
• One side of the panel is detached or falls out of its original seating.
• The drawer cannot be safely pulled out by its front part.
• The panel is deformed and catches on a shelf, glass plate or surrounding structure.
• A crack has sharp edges that could injure the user.
• Small pieces of fruit or vegetables may fall out of the drawer through the damaged area.
• The plastic was damaged by the drawer falling out or by the impact of a heavier object.
• The panel was deformed by excessively high temperature during washing.
• The transparent surface is deeply scratched, clouded or cracked due to aging.
• The VitaFresh inscription is significantly damaged and restoring the original appearance is required.
• The original panel is missing after moving, cleaning or a previous repair.
• A dimensionally similar but incorrect panel is fitted to the drawer that does not stay in the fastening.

If the entire drawer tilts, collapses or moves with difficulty, the cause may not be the panel itself. Also check the drawer body, side guide tracks, the supporting glass shelf, plastic holders and internal rails of the refrigerator.

Replacing the panel will not fix damage to the drawer base or side walls. If the main body is also cracked, it may be necessary to order a complete drawer or another separate part.

Features and benefits

This original Bosch / B/S/H/ replacement part is designed for specific refrigerator drawers. As a result:

• It forms the front wall of the fruit and vegetable drawer.
• It helps keep stored food inside the drawer.
• It includes a shaped upper section allowing comfortable gripping of the drawer.
• The transparent finish allows checking contents without fully extending the drawer.
• It bears the original inscription „VitaFresh vegetables and fruit“.
• For catalog-compatible drawers it matches the original shape and dimensions.
• It connects to the fastening points of the original drawer body.
• It helps preserve the original appearance of the refrigerator interior.
• It is suitable as a replacement for a cracked or missing front panel.
• It is not necessary to replace the entire drawer body if only the front panel is damaged.
• Supplied as 1 separate transparent drawer front panel.

Design, dimensions and package contents

The part 11015540 is listed in catalogues as čelo zásuvky na zeleninu, přední panel zásuvky VitaFresh, kryt zásuvky, úchyt zásuvky, Blende, Schubladenfront, Gemüseschubladenblende, VitaFresh front panel, crisper drawer front or vegetable drawer fascia.

• BSH catalogue number: 11015540
• Manufacturer: Bosch / B/S/H/
• Type: front panel for fruit and vegetable drawer
• Inscription: VitaFresh vegetables and fruit
• Length: approximately 450 mm
• Height: approximately 166 mm
• Depth or construction projection: approximately 45 mm
• Weight: approximately 280 g
• Material: plastic
• Color: transparent
• Usage: selected refrigerators according to catalogue assignment
• Package contents: 1 front panel

Individual sellers may list length, height and depth in a different order depending on the chosen measurement direction. Some offers also show indicative dimensions of approximately 458 × 168 mm. These small differences can arise from measuring the largest external projection instead of the basic surface of the part.

For compatibility, external dimensions alone are not decisive. Important are also the shape of the upper grip edge, the position of the latches, the height of the side ends, the curvature of the panel and the method of connecting to the drawer body.

The complete drawer, the glass shelf above the drawer, side guides, shelf holders and other internal refrigerator fittings are not included in the delivery.

This is not a complete drawer

The part 11015540 represents only the front transparent panel. The main plastic container into which fruit and vegetables are stored is a separate component.

Some photos or automatic descriptions may give the impression that the entire drawer is supplied. Therefore, check the contents of the specific offer and the original part number before ordering.

If only the front panel is damaged and the main drawer body is intact, it is usually possible to replace only this front panel.

If opposing fastening parts on the drawer body are broken off, a new panel may not hold. In such a case it may be necessary to replace the main drawer body as well.

Related parts and fault inspection

When replacing the panel, we recommend also checking the main drawer body, especially its front corners, grooves, latches and seating surfaces.

If the new panel does not hold on one side, the new part may not be faulty. The opposite latch or part of the groove on the original drawer body may be broken.

If the drawer moves stiffly, remove it and inspect the side guide tracks. Dried liquids, crumbs or plastic deformations can significantly limit movement.

If the drawer drops down when pulled out, check the supporting shelf and side seating. The panel is not the load-bearing guide of the entire drawer.

If the drawer hits the door, verify the correct seating of shelves, drawer and possibly the door opening direction.

If the glass shelf above the drawer, a plastic frame or the humidity regulator is damaged, the corresponding part must be ordered separately.

We do not recommend repairing a cracked panel long-term with ordinary glue. The joint is stressed by tension each time the drawer is pulled out and the repaired area may crack again or form a sharp edge.

Usage and maintenance recommendations

Do not overload the drawer with an excessive amount of heavy food. A large number of bottles, beverages or other heavy items can strain the panel and the main drawer body.

When pulling out the drawer, grasp the front evenly. Do not repeatedly pull by one corner of the panel.

If the drawer is jammed, do not use excessive force. First check whether a food item, packaging or incorrectly placed shelf is blocking its movement.

Do not pull the drawer out sharply to the end of the guides. When fully removing it, support it with both hands.

Clean the panel with a soft cloth or sponge and a common cleaner suitable for refrigerator parts that come into contact with food.

Do not use metal scourers, abrasive powders or sharp scrapers. Scratched transparent plastic will cloud and become harder to clean.

Do not use aggressive solvents, acetone, concentrated alcohol or other chemicals that may damage the transparent plastic.

After washing, rinse and dry the panel thoroughly, especially in grooves and fastening points.

Do not expose the plastic to boiling water or extreme temperature changes. Do not place a cold panel directly into very hot water.

Before washing in a dishwasher, check the manual of your specific refrigerator. High temperature and intensive drying can deform some plastic parts or cause clouding.

Do not clean the VitaFresh inscription with a sharp tool or abrasive agent to avoid premature wear.

Replacement recommendations

Before replacement, open the refrigerator door wide enough to remove the drawer without catching it on door compartments.

Remove all food from the drawer. Do not pull out a full drawer from the refrigerator or invert it during panel disassembly.

Pull the drawer out to the stop, lift it slightly according to the construction of your appliance and remove it from the guide tracks.

Place it on a flat soft surface to avoid scratching the transparent parts.

Before releasing the original panel, inspect the position of latches, grooves and guide protrusions. Construction can vary between drawer variants.

Release the latches gradually and without forceful prying. Older plastic can be brittle and opposing parts of the drawer body can easily break.

Do not use a metal screwdriver directly against the visible transparent surface. If a tool must be used, choose an appropriate plastic assembly tool.

After removing the original panel, clean the grooves and check that no plastic fragments remain in them.

First seat the new panel into all guide points and only then evenly secure the latches.

Do not press only one corner if the opposite side is not yet properly seated. The panel could warp or crack.

After assembly, gently pull the upper part and verify that the panel holds along the entire width.

Return the drawer to the refrigerator and pull it in and out empty several times. It must move smoothly and not catch on surrounding parts.

Only then return food to it and check its movement under normal load.

Compatibility and brand

The part 11015540 is intended for selected refrigerators according to the manufacturer's exact catalogue assignment.

The same commercial drawer name, similar appearance, the VitaFresh inscription or matching panel width alone do not confirm compatibility.

Individual refrigerators may use very similar panels that differ in height, curvature, latch position, grip design or the way they attach to the drawer body.

Compatibility must therefore always be verified according to the complete model designation E-Nr. and the production index of the specific appliance.

Notice before ordering

Before ordering, please verify the compatibility of the panel according to the exact model designation E-Nr. of your refrigerator. The production index shown after the slash is also decisive.

The part 11015540 represents 1 transparent front panel for a fruit and vegetable drawer with the inscription „VitaFresh vegetables and fruit“.

This is not a complete drawer. The main drawer body, the glass shelf, guide parts and other internal fittings are not included in the delivery.

The dimensions are approximately 450 × 166 × 45 mm and the weight approximately 280 g. Matching dimensions alone do not confirm compatibility.

No older superseded original number for part 11015540 was confirmed in publicly available catalogues.

Similar panels may have the same width and a similar transparent appearance, but differ in height, curvature, inscription, grip edge and position of fastening latches.

The VitaFresh inscription is used across multiple generations of refrigerators and its presence alone does not confirm that it is the correct part.

If the latches or grooves on the main drawer body are also damaged, replacing the panel alone may not be sufficient.

Similarity based on a photo or measured dimensions is therefore not sufficient for correct selection.

The decisive factor is always the catalogue assignment of part 11015540 to the full appliance designation shown on its rating plate.

Available goods are usually delivered by the next business day. Goods available from the supplier are dispatched according to current availability. You will see the exact delivery date in the cart.

You can return unused goods within the statutory period. Before returning an item, please contact us so we can help verify the correct procedure and any part compatibility.