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I recently purchased a new maytag centennial washer and dryer, this is, by far, the worst washing machine i have ever owned. The only difference in the clothes from when they go in until they comne out is that they are wet, not clean, just wet! This washer is 6 weeks old. Today i took my clothes to a laundromat just to be sure it wasn't my imagination, and for the first time in 6 weeks my clothes are clean! Little stains that my previous, 10 year old, washer got out easily do not even fade in this washer, even when stain treated. It also chooses the amount of water necessary for that load. It is barely enough to get the clothes wet! I have to stand there and keep opening the top so that it will add more water. I hate this thing. Do not buy it if you are looking for good value for your hard earned money.

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Fredrico Cartier
, US
Oct 18, 2023 8:30 am EDT
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Yes I agree do not buy this if you're looking for clean clothes the clothes just sit there they do not get scrubbed they do not get cleaned mine never worked right. The biggest waste of money in my whole life and I am over 70 shame on Whirlpool for ruining this brand those fudge Busters

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Fredrico Cartier
, US
Oct 18, 2023 8:27 am EDT
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No agitator means no clean the clothes sit there and barely bump around in the water it's the most disgusting invention I've ever seen my last Maytag was wonderful this is the worst stupid piece of junk I could imagine in my worst dream stay away from Maytag they have been infected with idiots. I think Whirlpool bought them just to ruin the brand

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kettaincal
, US
Oct 15, 2015 11:57 am EDT

I must agree this is a lemon of a washer they do recalls on bad cars they should also do recalls these lemon appliances

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Ann Shaffer
, US
Oct 08, 2015 7:37 pm EDT

Bought Maytag Centennial washer four years ago. Several months ago, after washing, it would trip off the breaker. I reset after each wash, and it was fine until last week. Then it refused to work. The lights stayed on, the red lid lock flashed and it smelled hot, electrically hot. I tried a "reset" procedure which did not work. I paid $600 for this machine four years ago. Where is the Maytag dependability? Besides that, it did a terrible job; like others, I found it did not wash clothes well AND took its time about it, too. You never knew how long it would run doing one load. If you had six loads to do in one day, good luck. Plus, it spun the clothes so dry, they were hopelessly wrinkled and all that wringing has to wear out your clothes.

Today i went to a used appliance place, bought an old washing machine that has been refurbished, guaranteed for 60 days. $180. No lid lock or sensors. It can't be any worse than the "new" Maytag, and might last 20 years (even 30) like washer used to. And it will do a cycle in 40 minutes or less and actually clean the clothes. I hope, I don't know what else to do--I think all the new washers are crappy. A salesman told me that with new washers, expect a service call in the first four years and to replace it in seven.

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M Wagner
, US
Sep 21, 2015 11:10 am EDT
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Nothing but trouble since I bought it from Home Depot. Mother board x2 and today I find that the transmission is shot beyond repair. Can you help?

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durk44
Ocala, US
Nov 14, 2012 4:33 pm EST

I have a Maytag fridge Model MFI2568AES it is just over 5 years old I called Maytag explained the system may have a freon leak they informed mr that the fridge only has a 1 year product warranty. I spend 2500 dollars for this fridge in 2006, no more maytags for me They are Junk...

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sigal
Victoria, CA
Feb 15, 2011 8:07 pm EST
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Just dont buy Meytag. it doesn't worth it. dishwasher was defect, they sent a recall. service is a disaster/ try to talk to the supervisor Reggy ID 3761 - the worst service ever. she represents a terrible product with a terrible service.

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Patricia Haag
Bloomingdale, US
Sep 27, 2010 9:23 am EDT
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My husband and I bought a Maytag stainless steel refrigerator with the bottom drawer freezer. Not even three years old and it died! Maytag has some nerve taunting themselves as dependable! I will NEVER again purchase any type of Maytag appliance again and will do everything I can to let the public know that they are wasting their money with Maytag.

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Mob
, US
Sep 09, 2010 12:35 pm EDT

I spent $600.00 for a Maytag Dishwasher Two& Half years ago. They are recalling it and offering in home repairs or a $150.00 or a $250.00 credit toward a new Maytag dishwasher. The diahwasher I have has not done a good job from day one so I don't want it repaired! $150.00 would only cover the instalation of a new dishwasher. My thinking is this! I loose $450.00 no matter what, because I choose Maytag.

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Tom BBBB
, US
Mar 08, 2010 12:46 pm EST

Maytag in its infinite wisdom has trippled the cost of the control pad in the last 3 years. Probably since they burn out so easily. I have had to replace mine twice in 3 years. Now they have eliminated the 4 dollar door latch and you have to buy the whole latch assembly and electronics, for 28 dollars. They have also redused the warranty from 1 year on parts to 90 days so the parts dealer tells me. Do not buy this junk, please.

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Miller
, US
Jan 14, 2010 2:43 pm EST

What a Lemon. Purchased it and 4 months the compressor went out. Took 2 weeks to get fixed. Then 3 months after getting that if fixed it quite working again. Maytag consumer service rep are rude and do not intend on ever replacing the product or giving you money back. What a waste of $650 plus all the food that was spoiled over $1500 worth. I am going to write and tell everyone I know what a terrible company they are to deal with.

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Rooo4
, US
Dec 01, 2009 11:13 am EST

We purchased a Maytag refrigerator in 2000. Since that time we have had nothing but problems with the machine due to the freezing unit. While under warranty their answer was always it is repairable. Now that it is out of warranty it is our problem as they would not replace the unit as we requested. Due to this machine we lost our homeowner insurance.

MAYTAG DOES NOT BACK THEIR PRODUCTS!

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Janlee
Austin, US
Oct 21, 2009 11:34 am EDT

This is the second high end Maytag appliance I have that has had the computerized control panel go out within 3-4 years. This part is not cheap and shouldn't have gone out this soon (of course it's not covered by any warranty). My Maytag Performa Gas Range is still not working because the repairman can't find a working control panel (he has tried 3 so far)!
I'm going back to purchasing appliances with dials only!

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Kacey33
New York, US
Oct 05, 2009 10:33 am EDT

After 2-1/2 months, dishwasher started to leak from bottom right. Seven service calls later (and 35 waiting hours, 25 phone calls) and we are going to have to replace it. Maytag will not reimburse us for the cost of installing a new dishwasher. NEVER buy a Maytag appliance.

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Kimber216
, US
Aug 18, 2009 8:53 am EDT

I have The Maytag Quiet Series 300, and it is the absolute worse dishwasher I have ever seen. The control panel went out just after the warranty expired, I called the company, requesting they send me a replacement part, they refused however they offered a 10% off coupon for another Maytag appliance. 10% off another piece of crap, I'll pass. My family and I have decided to never purchase Maytag again, or any affiliate of Maytag.

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Maytag Dishwasher
Houston, US
Apr 17, 2009 10:57 am EDT

Maytag dishwasher model # MDB7100AWB, serial # 27402314AE only works occassionaly. Repair technician came to house Thursday and states there is a need to replace control panel and face plate at a cost that we could use to buy a new one. What has happen to reliability of maytag products. Not complaining for we have gotten good service but when you need it the most and does not work. Thanks

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Valerie
, US
Oct 17, 2008 7:12 am EDT

My refrigerator is stainless stell (or rather should be). it has rust streaks all over the front doors. maytag representative told me to have a technician come over to determine if it is defective or environmental. if it is defective, then they would replace the doors. the technician determined it was defective, called maytag and they said too bad, they are not replacing the doors.

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Bernie
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Sep 11, 2008 2:45 pm EDT

Just over four years ago we purchased a Maytag clothe dryer from Home Depot. Since then we had the Maytag repairman in to fix the dryer at a cost of $84. How can governments allow garbage like this to be sold in Canada or the U.S.? I will never by any Maytag product again.

Also, the service at every Home Depot I have visited is abysmal.

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Valerie
, US
Apr 10, 2008 4:41 am EDT

Maytag washer less than 1 year old has been fixed three times all related to drum bearings and braking system.

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Lisa
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Aug 22, 2007 12:00 am EDT

The fridge stopped cooling at just two years old. We spent a total of an hour and half on hold with Maytag trying to get parts but no one answered. We finally purchased the parts from another distributor. We replaced the control panel and it worked for all of 2 hours. For 2800 I would expect the fridge to last longer than 2 years. Oh and the water line continually freezes up!

Very poor quality product!

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Gamelde
, US
Dec 21, 2011 8:10 pm EST

I have a new maytag washer. It has broken down twice in the last two months! I am a mother of four! Maytag will not give me any more laundromat money. Maytag would rather keep repairing then replacing the unit!

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ANNA BRADLEY
Sacramento, US
Nov 07, 2011 3:51 am EST
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I PURCHASED A MAYTAG MODEL NUMBER MVWC6E5WW0 TWO YEARS AGO AND IT HAS ALWAYS VIBRATED AND SHOOK ALL OVER IS THERE ANYTHING THAT I CAN DO ABOUT IT. I HAVE NEVER HAD A WASHER DO THIS.

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ken braden
Stanton, US
Feb 05, 2010 9:52 am EST

Relay switch on side by side Maytag performa refrigerator, model PSD262LHEZ, ser# 50067825GG is malfunctioning causing the compressor to become to hot to touch. The unit unthaws and refreezes and now has stopped working. Maytag has a recall on same year and type of unit, however they tell me my unit s not covered.

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bbkd06
Modesto, US
Jan 23, 2010 2:29 am EST

I bought the Maytag Quiet Series 300 about a year ago and it wouldnt clean any dishes except when i pushed all the buttons for the heated dry, sanatize, rinse, etc... then i finally got the dishes clean, 2 HOURS LATER! It is pretty loud when it is running. I will never buy maytag again!

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Hip
, US
Dec 24, 2009 10:48 am EST

I remodeled my whole home with maytag appliances in 2002. They all suck! I have had nothing but problems with all of them (washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, microwave and Oven.)

I would not recommend them.

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onerunner3
St. Charles, US
Sep 18, 2009 6:46 pm EDT

3 year old maytag refrigerator has a bad defrost part for the freezer. Ice builds up on the back of the freezer and the frig stops cooling. Clearly a defective product. I have read this in many places now. Too late for us but new buyers beware!

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David
Memphis, US
May 19, 2009 11:54 pm EDT

Same as SO many complaints here. Flashing lights on the control panel...dispenser flapping...ice maker not strong enough to break ice. I have 45 days left on warranty. I HOPE I can get this resolved. Has ANYONE gotten this fixed? THANKS!

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James Brochtrup
Manitowoc, US
Mar 19, 2009 9:26 am EDT
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Refg. started on fire June 1st 2006. Paid $109 to get it fixed. At the time tried to get Maytag to reinburse me but they would not.
Now they have a recall and replaced the same exact part on the recall fix and still will not pay for the fire fix. Sincerly J Brochtrup

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Gail
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Sep 05, 2008 5:05 am EDT

I have a Maytag Gas Range Model # MGRH752BDG. Code 27450 It is nearly impossible to keep clean. SOS pads are necessary to scrub the top and burner service. It needs cast iron grates. I have tried to purchase these but they are not available. Design is very poor.

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Kimmer
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May 15, 2008 5:59 am EDT

We have had our refrigerator for about a year and half and now we are facing the same problems so many of you out there are having. Ice door flapping and all lights flashing on and off. This really bites when you spend good money and maytag refuses to do a recall on a very faulty piece.

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H.William Winston
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Apr 27, 2008 1:14 pm EDT

My renewal bill was for $85 +$5.10 tax for a total of $90.10. I chose your offer to pay at your website where I was charged $90.10 + $5.41 tax for a total of $95.51.
Please reduce the total price to $90.10.

Thank you,
Bill Winston

Order #5411966

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Carol Bassani
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Apr 10, 2008 3:06 pm EDT

B9ught this lemon just a little over a year ago. Flashing lights on panel board. Ice flap works all by itself, non-stop. No ice, no water, no service, no repairman, absolutely no help from Maytag. Paid just near $3, 000.00 for this wonderful appliance. DO NOT purchase MAYTAG.

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Phylly205
, US
May 06, 2015 8:02 pm EDT
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Maytag products have fallen by the wayside...I also purchased a stove, microwave and dishwasher by Maytag...the stove is the CHEAPEST piece of junk I have ever seen in a stove. It's a glass top and it got a tiny nic in the glass and my warranty covered it...would replace the top...only the top... no labor...well...labor was over 200.00...so much for the warranty? I'll put it towards a new stove...and not a Maytag!

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Phylly205
, US
May 06, 2015 7:56 pm EDT
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I purchased a Maytag Centennial and I agree with all the people that made a complaint...my wash doesn't come clean at all and the wash is so wrinkled I have to iron everything! I mean really wrinkled! Didn't you guys check this machine out before you put it on the market? Just horrible!

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M C Richmond
Mount Washington, US
Apr 06, 2015 1:53 pm EDT

I replaced my 24 year old Maytag washer with the new Bravos XL and it's the worse piece of junk I have every seen. The cloths aren't clean and my towels have to go through two washes and several rinse & spins before the soap is gone. I use the Tide He on level one. I would like to have my money back so I can purchase a good washer.

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hermosalisa14
Fort Myers, US
Mar 18, 2015 2:20 pm EDT

This washing machine is the worst. I have model MVWC400XW0 and purchased at home depot. I have had it four years to the date but the problems started long ago. Same as everyone else, it "senses" and doesn't spin and now it does not work at all. Called Maytag customer service and was told I could pay $333 dollars for a one year extended warranty and that would cover one (1) service call. That makes no sense to me-- as I could buy a new one for that! I paid $499 for this washing machine at Home Dep-- thinking that if I bought Maytag brand I was getting a good machine-- what a bunch of crock. Maytag has lost me as a customer. It used to be good-- I grew up with my parents' always buying the brand-- but not anymore. Adios Maytag!

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Disappointed in Cedar Hill
Cedar Hill, US
Mar 15, 2015 10:02 pm EDT
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This is the absolute worse machine and purchase I have ever made. If it didn't cost me more than $1300, I would set it on the curb and let someone else use it to get their clothes dirtier than they were before. I called the appliance dealer in Waxahachie Texas that sold me the machine and they sent someone out. He changed out a part, but doesn't make any difference. I did all the things and followed all the instructions. Sometimes it puts enough water in the tub to wash the clothes, but most times, not enough water to even wet the clothes. I have to wash the clothes and rinse them twice using twice as much water as it ever saved. What a piece of junk!

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Donna Emmons
Pocahontas, US
Mar 13, 2015 4:33 am EDT
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We bought a centennial set and the outer tub has cracked twice since we bought them, now we have water in the laundry room, which we have cleaned up, now the linoleum rug is peeling up under the washer. Why would anyone put such a cheap plastic outer tubliner in a washer? We have had nothing but problems out of this washer & all anyone (salesman) can do is offer to sell us another tub liner? signed, Donna Emmons

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Discussed at maytag
Colorado Springs, US
Mar 12, 2015 12:03 am EDT
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I had mine repaired under last day warranty. The guy said it is a common problem with the actuator sensor. They last between 6-12 months. I looked on line and they are about $40 and takes about 5 minutes to replace. 3 screws is all. It's on the bottom of the washer under the plastic cover.

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Annissa
Paducah, US
Mar 11, 2015 11:09 pm EDT

I so totally agree with everyone on here. I have had ours for about two years. Everything was great at first. I thought since it was a Maytag I wouldn't have to worry about repairs. But oh no. Last year the problems began. First it wasn't draining, then it made a horrible sound when it started the spinning cycle. It actually turned a 180. Now the lock light stays on and I havev to unplug to reset it. It doesn't finish a wash cycle; most times it stops on the drain and rinse. I cannot believe that we all have the same problem and Maytag will not correct the problem. This machine is definitely a POS but I haven't had a problem with the dryer,