Whirlpool Washing Machines Consumer Reviews - Page 3

STONE COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI -- This washer is absolutely the worst thing I have ever purchased. The customer service at Whirlpool is horrendous. I purchased my Calypso on Jan 15, 2002. The first thing I noticed was it did not clean the clothes very well. I paid $1090.33 and still had lint on my clothes. Then in September of 2003, I started getting error messages showing a long drain. Whirlpool (sic) told me the drain was clogged (nope), too much detergent (nope), wrong detergent (nope). The repairman they told me to contact was in a different state, but he did come to see the problem once but didn't fix anything and never called back.

After months (yes months) I started calling every day to try to get someone out. Everyone Whirlpool told me to call "didn't service my area." I live 40 miles from the second largest city in the state!!! 30 miles from a major city, but no one could help me. I begged Whirlpool to come get the thing and give me a refund. I talked to them at least twice a week from March to May of 2004. I talked to supervisors, supervisors' supervisors - no one could get anything done! I had even figured out the problem on my own - the pump motor was burned out. But Whirlpool was still telling me I used the wrong detergent.

Finally a really great repairman agreed to come out. Turns out he was only 20 miles away the whole time. Why couldn't they give me his name to start with? This guy listened to me and agreed it was the pump. He replaced it and it worked from May 7 2004 till July 1 2005. (Still leaves lint on my clothes) Now guess what? The pump stopped working again. I'll call the same guy out but I will NEVER buy another Whirlpool anything.

CORPORATION, MICHIGAN -- Please read if you a™re thinking about buying from Whirpool. The Whirpool front loading washing machine, hmmm where do I start? €Oh, yeah, it€™s a colossal piece of garbage. Four years ago my wife and I went shopping for a washer and dryer. We looked at quite a few, and then we came across the Whirlpool front loading washer€. Ahhh, the wave of the future. The end all solution to your washing needs. The best the market has to offer, and at over $1100, they should be.

The salesman completely sold us on why we should spend a little extra for such a superior product. I thought, €œI work hard,€ I don€™t make a ton of money, but this sounds like a long term, worthwhile investment. Wrap it up, the Washer and dryer combo. Fast forward€ 4 years later. €€What€™s that awful clunking sound the washer is making. Oh, it€™s the drum. Maybe it€™s off center. I open it up to find that the spider arm is broken. €€Isn€™t it only 4 years old?€ Surely the Whirpool will fix this at no charge to the consumer, because as I was told 4 years ago, €œThis is the best technology.€

Now mind you, it€™s just my wife and me. She doesn€™t have to do laundry for 50 people, or even 4 for that matter.
Calling Whirlpool€. Ring, ring, ring. €€"Hello, this is Whirlpool€". I explain to them what the problem is, and that we have only had this magnificent piece of gold for 4 years, what can you do for me€. "Sorry sir, the machine is only warranted for a year, you€™ll have to buy the $350 part to fix it" (reading between the lines €œYou're screwed sucker, thanks for the cash).

"€Really, you€™re telling me that I spent almost $2000 of my very hard earned money for a washer and dryer set, and after only 4 years of use, you will not fix it". Allow me to paraphrase the reply in laymen€™s terms€. "Nope, your SOL, and thanks for the green".

Here is my thoughts on Whirpool. €They are one of the worst companies out there for customer service. The front loading washing machine is a horrible product that should be pulled off the market and never sold again. My experience with this company will never happen again, because I will NEVER EVER buy another one of their products. So please, before you think about giving them your business by buying a front loading washing machine, think again€ and remember this. €I now have an $1100 paperweight.

CHICAGO, WASHINGTON -- I purchased a Whirlpool front loader the end of Nov 2010 at Lowe's. The washer worked great for the first 11 months. In Oct 2011 the washer started making a loud and grinding noise. It took 2 weeks for the service technician to come out to diagnose the problem. I was told all the bearings and the washer drum went bad. Then I had to wait another 2 weeks for the parts to come in. It didn't even last 3 months it just broke again. I had to call for service 2/3/1012.

This time they came out on 2/6/1012 and told me the back bearings, washer drum and boot underneath broke and they would get back to me to fix it. When they called I was informed it was not cost efficient to fix it. It would cost more than I paid for the washer.

They gave me 2 options, they could replace it with a compatible washer and to go online at Buyers Edge.com and let them know. So I called them back and was told they discontinued the washer and couldn't get it. I had one more option, they would give me a cash settlement for the washer. Being the washer is a little over a year old the settlement would be 75% of what I paid for it and it would take about 2 weeks to receive it. They didn't want to hear I was out a washer and had to go to the laundromat. They said that is all they can do.

My husband @ I are very unhappy customers right now. It didn't even pay to purchase a extended warranty on the washer. I feel they back their words by the warranty. I want everyone to know stay away from Whirlpool Washers and their extended warranty. I heard of several other people having trouble with their Whirlpool Washers. They lost my husband and I as customers for good. I feel they could have replaced with another one and just have replacement to cover it.

WISCONSIN -- At this very moment I am sitting on hold with Whirlpool for the sixth time regarding my less than one year old washing machine. I have a family of six so we purchased the top of the line washing machine because we expected that it would last at least a few years.

On Dec. 4th I called Whirlpool for service and they do not have anyone local to me so they referred me to their service agent. The service company came out within a couple of days and checked on the problem. The service person stated that the machine needs a "Total Overhaul". There is some sort of bracket in the back of the thing that broke that now lets the barrel spin into the door causing a LOUD BANGING NOISE on almost all activities.

The parts were ordered and there was one part with no ETA from Whirlpool. Two weeks passed and finally when I was frustrated I called the service company and they told me that they did not know when my machine would be fixed and that if I wanted to help things along I should contact Whirlpool personally. I called Whirlpool and have been getting the message from the people there that the parts have been ordered and they are waiting on an ETA.
Finally, even though it has been more than a month without a washing machine one of the managers there told me that she was going to send me a replacement.

They lied.... no replacement on the way I just hung up again with the service department and because it looks like the parts may be shipped Friday they want me to wait "again" for service. I explained how costly and ridiculous this was but they are wanting me to wait 24 to 48 hours (their favorite answer) for someone to call me back. Soon it will cost me less money to go and buy a new washer than it will to wait for service. I will be posting this message on every appliance site possible so that no one else goes through this tremendous pain.

The Whirlpool washer that we purchased in Feb. '08 stopped working in Sept. '08 - over 3 weeks ago, and we have had the runaround from Whirlpool since then. We have had to call Whirlpool numerous times to find out the status of our part and service. Each time waiting an hour on hold. On our first call a technician was booked, though he chose to diagnose the problem without seeing the washer. He ordered the probable part (a pump) in an effort to speed up the repair. Sounds fine.

We were told that the part would be in in 2-3 days if it is in stock. A pump, right? That should be in stock! No way. We called the following week to learn that the pump had not actually been ordered. Not to worry, the tech probably just hasn't registered the order. We called a few days later to confirm. Yep, the part is now on order, but will be a week or so because it has to come in from Montreal.

A week later, still no pump, and no call from Whirlpool. So, we spend another hour on hold to find that the pump is not in stock in Montreal, now it has to be ordered from Calgary. No problem, they will put in that order right away. A few days later we call again. Now the pump is out of stock in Calgary and has to be ordered from the US. They will place an order for us RUSH and it will take 5-7 business days.

Why is there no pump in Canada? Why do they not take some initiative when a piece is out of stock and order it for us? Why do we have to keep calling them? I even wrote to Whirlpool Canada to register a complaint a week ago. They promise to respond within 2 or 3 days, and you have fallen down on that. NO SURPRISE. Needless to say, I am very disappointed. More than 3 weeks since our washer broke, and we are still lugging clothes to the laundromat. Terrible terrible service. Do not buy from Whirlpool.

NY, NEW YORK -- We bought this washer and dryer set this past summer (2013) as a way to prepare for our expectant child. About 2 months after we bought it, the door locked shut with wet clothing inside. We followed the troubleshooting guide and instructions that the Whirlpool representative gave us on the phone. Nothing worked.

8 days later a tech came to break the lock off the door to get our clothes out. He said he will be back in the next week or so to replace the lock but until then, our washer would be unusable. He also said that when he come back, he will show us how to get the lock off the door should this ever happen again, so our wet clothes would not be trapped. I asked "so this will probably happen again?", He said "yes".

Meanwhile, our clothes were 8 days wet, our brand new washer (which I had been taking care to leave the door open in between loads as per instructed), smelled moldy and stunk up our whole house. It is now the middle of the third week without our washing machine working. We haven't heard back from Whirlpool, and we have a huge pile of musty, dirty clothes waiting to be cleaned. We feel incredibly ripped off as a young couple who has saved for a long time to buy a washer and dryer set.

Do not buy this washer! The reviews look good but this machine had not been on the market long enough to prove that it stands the test of time (Tech's words)... If you must buy it, get the warranty like we did. At least that way, every time it breaks down, you can have someone come and break the lock off for you and replace it several weeks later.

ALDEN, NEW YORK -- Approximately two months ago, I bought a Whirlpool washer, model wtw4850xq. I hate it and I'm being kind. I realize things are changing but it doesn't mean it's for the best. I am 69 years old. I've done a lot of machine washing in my time including heavy loads and never had a problem like I have now. I don't know if all washer companies are making their machines the same way but I am not happy with mine. I have always bought Whirlpool products and never had as much problems as I have now.

Within the past two years, we've purchased a Whirlpool stove and refrigerator. No problems. Because of the washer I might start looking for another brand that's not made by Whirlpool that is easier to operate. The washer does not drain the water completely out of the clothes when it's done. I have to try running it through two drain and spin cycles and it still doesn't take out the water from the clothes. I had a repairman come over and he said there was a code for load not balanced. I do my wash the same as I've always done with my other Whirlpool washer and never had a problem. I'm not doing my wash any different than I have in the past.

You don't find out that the wash isn't dry until after the wash is done. Then you have to waste about a half hour running it through two or three drain and spin cycles and it's still soaking wet. The repairman said "you might have to throw in a couple of towels to balance the load." When the wash cycle is done and the clothes are still wet, isn't it a little too late for that?

I just had a repairman come down today and he said the same code was there for load unbalanced and that after you've had the machine for three months you have to pay for a service call if you have the same problem and the code calls for an unbalanced load because then it's considered customer information. As if I don't know how to use a washer.

This doesn't even take into account the water, detergent, electricity and time that I'm wasting. Being a senior citizen and only collecting Social Security this is getting to be a little on the expensive side. I don't know if I could honestly recommend a Whirlpool appliance again.

DON'T BUY "HIGH EFFICIENCY" washing machines. I purchased a Whirlpool HE washing machine from Lowe's in July 2011. The machine has sensors for putting in water for certain size loads. Bottom line, whatever setting you put it on, other than "bulky items", the same amount of water goes into the tub. This has led to our clothes, towels, sheets, and blankets being ruined, and not coming out clean, they are actually are still dirty. Also, you HAVE TO use HE detergent, which is very expensive.

We do have well water, which is treated, but the machine we had before this piece of crap lasted 10 years, and the well water was never an issue in it working and it getting our clothes clean, which is what a washing machine should do. Then, it started squeaking, like rubber hitting metal and that got louder and it also shook like crazy when it spun.

Called service because it's still under the one year warranty. They came out, and of course had to order a part. (Now remember, this machine is still a new machine.) He came back with the part and could not put it in because he couldn't remove the seal which was "frozen", and said it was because of the well water or not using the HE detergent. He then told us that he would have to order a whole new tub, can you believe that?

We DO use the HE detergent, and like I said before, the well water was never an issue with our 10 year old machine prior to this one. I called Whirlpool and filed a complaint, and that I wanted this machine replaced, and I did say this, "it is a piece of junk". Their reply was, we have to wait for the new part to be installed to see if it works, and that they will not replace it unless the repairman said it couldn't be fixed. And just so you know, they said that PART OF REPLACING THIS MACHINE WOULD ENTAIL THREE (3) DIFFERENT CALLS FOR SERVICE BEFORE THE ONE YEAR WARRANTY IS UP.

I have an extended 2 year warranty, that they do not recognize. It has to be within the one year warranty.... and that's where they get you. Nice, HUH? Oooooh, I'm not done yet, they haven't heard the last of ME!!! I will get this machine replaced, there are other avenues and I'm going down them. That's the name of that tune... and you can take that to the bank.

BRANTON HARBOR -- I have purchased 3 major Whirlpool appliances over the last 18 months,
APPLIANCE Model Serial Purchased
1. Fridge ER2CHMXPQ05 EY2004508 6/22/10
2. Freezer EV201NZTQ01 U05393314 12/23/10
3. Washer WFW9150WW00 HL02828368 8/23/10

In general I have been satisfied with the products; however after spending nearly $1000.00 for a front load washer that lasted only 18 months then died, I am NOT a happy camper. I began having problems with the washer before the warranty expired and I should have addressed the issue then. Unfortunately I didn't because I was having major issues with the freezer; eventually they had to replace the door and gasket. I had my wife call Whirlpool and explain to them that the washer would shake violently when spinning, and it was not safe to use.

She was promptly told the washer was out of warranty, and she had (2) options, #1; she could pay approximately $300.00 to have the washer repaired and receive a 1 year warranty; #2; she could pay approximately $160.00 to AES, their preferred repair company, have the washer repaired. I was/am shocked with the indifference of the Corporate Elite at Whirlpool and their philosophy of indifference to those of us who buy their products and sustain their companies.

I called Whirlpool and asked to speak with Customer service on January 6, 2012 for more than 1 hour. The young lady I spoke with was pleasant but utterly unable to resolve my problem, repairing my washer. I was told she would take my complaint and forward it to the appropriate person(s). I have to say I have NO faith in the quality of Whirlpool products. After that conversation I had a different certified company come to my house and diagnose the problem, it was a failing main bearing. How can one of the MOST important parts of a front load washer fail within a year and a half?

Does Whirlpool expect consumers to HAVE to purchase an extended warranty with each of their products or purchase new appliances every 16 – 24 months? In my opinion (IM0) Whirlpool should repair this washer at their expense, this is, IMO, clearly a manufacturer defect! This company WILL NOT/ DOES NOT stand behind their products. DON'T BUY WHIRLPOOL!!!

This washer is 2 1/2 years old, and our fourth set!!! Starting malfunctioning intermittently a few weeks ago, showing the F71 and F70 codes, then would not start. Would also stop mid wash and the controls would "go into sleep" mode. Called in Whirlpool repair tech, who diagnosed the problem as the micro computer (these fault codes point to a communication problem between the user interface/s and the micro computer) so part was ordered and installed a week later, on the understanding that we would own the part and it was non-returnable!!!

I had in the meantime been able to get a few loads done by unplugging the machine and re-setting the controls. Part was installed, seemed to work okay on a short test wash. No way!!! $428 later machine still doing the same thing. Called Whirlpool who, obviously reading from notes/prompts, said they could not help us with parts at cost, or anything and since we had elected to forgo the extended warranty option, it was pretty much tough luck. Service ran another set of diagnostics, then called WP technical assistance and again visited the premises. This time to talk to them whilst with the machine.

Power plug sockets tested okay, so they deemed the problem to be with the MCU, as there was no current to the circuit at that time. Part ordered and installed yesterday, at another cost of $352.50 part only, a special discounted price!!! The worrying thing is that the MCU that was removed, has traces of a white residue on it which look like soap sud, but the body of the housing is completely clean and dry as is the rest of the area around it. I found a website where this has been experienced by a tech in Mississauga On, with accompanying pictures. His theory is that the residue is condensation???

Only HE detergent has been used in this washer, no suds ever noted. Fault codes for MCU are F6, 7 etc. These never showed up. So just shy of $800 later, we have a washer that is working for now, but for how long until the new MCU also packs it in??? Or some other part? I am so disappointed at the attitude of Whirlpool who clearly do not care about customer service. In fact it is an insult to call it that, and in light thereof will NEVER buy another Whirlpool washer or dryer. Has anyone else out there experienced this same situation with an MCU? Pretty sure this is a factory fault and we, the consumers, are paying through the nose for it!!!