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231 reports to CPSC, the latest made Aug 31, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Nov 5, 2026.

  • 231reports to CPSC
  • Aug 31, 2026the latest report was made
  • Mar 31, 2011the earliest
  • 10with the company’s comments
Brand
Maytag
Maker
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATIONMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product
DishwashersCPSC’s product type: Dishwashers (code 214), in Kitchen: Appliances
Other ways the reports write the brand (9)

“Maytag dishwasher”, “Matyag”, “Maytag Jet clean super capacity quiet plus”, “Maytag Jetclean”, “Maytag Quiet Series 200”, “Maytag QuietSeries 300”, “Maytag SteamClean Dishwasher”, “Maytag quietseries 300” and “matag”

By month

2 reports from September 2025 to August 2026; the most in August 2026, 1. 229 earlier reports, since March 2011, are in the table.
The numbers, as a table
Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
MonthReports
August 20261
February 20261
August 20241
March 20241
January 20241
December 20232
July 20231
April 20231
March 20231
November 20221
August 20221
July 20222
May 20222
March 20221
December 20211
October 20211
August 20211
July 20211
June 20211
April 20211
March 20211
January 20211
December 20201
October 20202
September 20201
July 20201
June 20201
May 20202
April 20201
March 20201
February 20201
December 20191
October 20191
September 20191
July 20191
June 20191
May 20192
February 20191
July 20181
April 20181
February 20181
December 20173
November 20172
October 20172
August 20173
June 20171
March 20173
February 20171
January 20171
December 20161
October 20162
August 20161
May 20162
April 20162
February 20161
January 20161
December 20153
November 20153
September 20151
August 20151
May 20152
March 20152
February 20153
January 20156
December 20142
November 20141
July 20141
May 20141
April 20144
March 20141
February 20144
January 20143
September 20131
August 20131
July 20134
June 20134
April 20131
February 20133
January 20134
December 20124
November 20124
October 20123
September 20124
August 20126
July 20126
June 20127
May 20121
April 20125
March 20127
February 201212
January 20125
December 20113
November 20114
October 20114
September 20114
August 20117
July 20115
June 20115
May 20115
March 20111

How badly anyone was hurt

  • Seen by a doctor or nurse 2 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
  • First aid 4 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
  • Hurt, no treatment 9 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  • No one hurt 206 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
  • No incident, no one hurt 2 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury
  • Not said 8 CPSC: Unspecified

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

Source:

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.

  1. No one hurt

    Made Apr 28, 2014, sent to the company May 7, 2014, published by CPSC May 21, 2014

    The product, in the report: Maytag 24 inch dishwasher, model MDB8951BWS, serial number 10599905LR

    My Maytag dishwashers heating element ruptured and showed signs of smoke on nearby drain area plastic. I went online and learned this model of dishwasher is part of a recall because of fires caused by the heating element. I tried Maytags product recall website and entered the correct model number and serial number. I received a popup message indicating the serial number does not exist. I took photo s and sent them to Maytag customer service. They couldn’t find the serial number and instead left a voicemail saying it wasn’t on the recall list. I suspect it is part of the recall but can’t find how to verify the serial number. Ii bought the dishwasher from a reputable national home supply chain during the time period listed in the recall.

    Regardless, if this dishwasher isn’t in the original recall it should be and the recall should be expanded to include this dangerous problem. I still have the dishwasher but am afraid to use the heat drive setting for fear of burning down the house. Today I went online to search for a replacement element. When I did the recall warning came up in the search hits again.

    The model number on the inside frame sticker is MDB8951BWS. The serial number is 10599905LR.

    Model
    MDB8951BWS
    Serial number
    10599905LR
    Bought from
    Home Depot or Lowes
    Where
    Woodstock, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 54, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  2. No one hurt

    Made Apr 15, 2014, sent to the company Apr 23, 2014, published by CPSC May 7, 2014

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher

    We ran a load of dishes and the heating element was still on 12 hours later. The interior of the dishwasher was extremely hot with plastic items having started to melt.

    Model
    MDB8951BWS
    Serial number
    10923075LV
    Bought from
    Lowes, New Mexico
    Bought
    Mar 1, 2008
    Where
    Santa Fe, New Mexico: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 43, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  3. No one hurt

    Made Apr 1, 2014, sent to the company Apr 9, 2014, published by CPSC Apr 23, 2014

    The product, in the report: Bisque undercounter dishwasher with stainless tub

    Dishwasher began to throw serious sparks, smoke, and stink march 29, 2014. Took panel off and found live wires exposed at bottom of door. Scary! I was unaware of any recall regarding a dangerous fire hazard.

    Model
    Mdb9150awq
    Serial number
    2767759an
    Bought from
    Nysven’s maytag
    Bought
    Jun 10, 2003
    Where
    Eau Claire, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 50, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  4. No one hurt

    Made Mar 11, 2014, sent to the company Mar 20, 2014, published by CPSC Apr 3, 2014

    The product, in the report: Model MDB7600AWW, Serial 14177130ax Maytag dishwasher.

    I currently have a Maytag dishwasher that is leaking water on it’s power lines. This could potentially be a fire hazard.

    Please see “Maytag Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard” Release #07-094. My dishwasher has the same model number in the above article but I was told because the serial numbers did not match I was not eligible to have this fixed. I find this ridiculous when as I said the model numbers match and I am experiencing water coming in to contact with the power lines.

    I would like the rebate available and not to have this product fixed due to the fact I am concerned with it’s safety.

    My model is MDB7600AWW, serial number 14177130ax.

    Model
    MDB7600AWW
    Serial number
    14177130ax
    Bought from
    Not sure
    Bought
    Mar 3, 2001, about then
    Where
    Greensburg, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 54, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  5. No one hurt

    Made Feb 26, 2014, sent to the company Mar 7, 2014, published by CPSC Mar 24, 2014

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher

    Our Maytag dishwasher model number MDB9150AWB, serial number 27061674ZY started smoking and making noises like electrical arching today, February 26, 2014 at around 4 in the afternoon. The dishwasher was off and had not been run today but the wall switch was on. We were lucky that we came home when we did at around 3:45. I smelled something when I first came home that smelled like burning plastic but I did not know what the smell was or where it was coming from. A short time later my daughter was in the kitchen and saw the smoke coming out of the dishwasher. We turned off the wall switch and the smoke soon stopped. We do not find this dishwasher serial number on the list of recalled Maytag dishwashers but we do believe that it was either on fire or about to be on fire.

    Model
    MDB9150AWB
    Serial number
    27061674ZY
    Where
    Cincinnati, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  6. No one hurt

    Made Feb 18, 2014, sent to the company Mar 21, 2014, published by CPSC Apr 4, 2014

    The product, in the report: dishwasher

    (02/16/2014) The consumer stated that he opened the dishwasher to take the dishes out. He stated that the dishes were extremely hot. He left the door open so that the dishwasher would cool down. Then he removed the dishes and closed the door.

    A couple of hours later on, he was loading the dishwasher again. The consumer stated that the inside of the dishwasher was extremely hot again. He opened the door again. The consumer stated that it seem as if the heating element would go off if the door remained open.

    (02/18/2014/The consumer called the manufacturer to advise them of the situation. He spoke with [REDACTED]or [REDACTED] who asked for the model and serial number. He was advised that his number did not match the ones that were recalled.

    The consumer stated that he is having the same problem as the products in Recall Release #07-094

    Model
    MDB6601AWB
    Serial number
    10428421GV
    Bought from
    Sears, New Jersey
    Bought
    Feb 1, 2006, about then
    Where
    Haldon, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  7. Not said

    Made Feb 5, 2014, sent to the company Feb 14, 2014, published by CPSC Mar 4, 2014

    The product, in the report: Maytage dishwasher--filed incident on the phone with [REDACTED] afer form did not work 3 times. Report # 20140205-70ABA-1385376

    Last evening our Maytag dishwasher exploded. We had run the dishwasher using a liquid soap. We were upstairs when we heard a loud bang from downstairs. We went down and found our dishwasher door had blown open, the inside of the dishwasher was cover in a dry white residue, and the heating element was all bent and twisted out of shape. The room was full of smoke and had a strong burnt electric smell. We turned off the circuit breaker, and unpacked the dishwasher. Luckily, no one was in the kitchen at the time so no one was injured. Bang, smoke and smell scared the heck out of us though until we figured out what was up..

    Model
    Model MDB9150AWS
    Serial number
    27923177CR
    Bought from
    Home Depot Hooksett, NH
    Bought
    Jul 14, 2004, about then
    Where
    Bow, New Hampshire: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Unspecified
  8. No one hurt

    Made Feb 3, 2014, sent to the company Feb 11, 2014, published by CPSC Feb 27, 2014

    The product, in the report: Maytag Steamclean Dishwasher with metal tub

    Our Maytag dishwasher model MDB7851AWS has malfunctioned. The dishwasher became incredibly hot even though it was not running and it melted all of our plastic cups. It also melted the black gasket at the bottom of the tub. It appears that the heating element did not shut off after the last cycle ended. The dishwasher did not damage the wood cabinets but did leave them warm to the touch. The kitchen smelled like an electrical fire.

    The Maytag dishwasher recall issued in 2010 does not apply to dishwashers with a metal tub but I did some research online and found that other consumers with this Steamclean model and a stainless tub also experienced the same overheating element problems.

    My serial number on the unit is 41656081NG.

    Model
    MDB7851AWS
    Serial number
    41656081NG
    Bought from
    Best Buy
    Bought
    May 17, 2008, about then
    Where
    Arlington, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 35, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  9. No one hurt

    Made Jan 29, 2014, sent to the company Mar 7, 2014, published by CPSC Mar 24, 2014

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    Tuesday, January 28th, 2014 caller loaded his dishwasher purchased May 2002, began wash cycle then about five minutes into wash cycle while he was still in the kitchen he heard crackling or sparking type of noises coming from the dishwasher and black smoke coming out of top of unit around control panel then he opened the door to cut the unit off.

    He never saw flames or sparks but there was some smoke. He tripped the breaker to assure that it would not be used again until the problem was solved. There are no injuries being reported The caller has contacted the manufacturer via the website, verified that he is registered with them and has not received any notice from him but checked for himself anyway and did verify that his model is not recalled. The owner subsequently contacted the manufacturer and informed them of the incident.

    This hotline rep also checked and did not find his serial number under recalls. The caller is concerned that this could happen to someone else and they may not be right there to act as quickly This caller has asked that he become compensated for this safety incident with voucher toward a new dishwasher and the manufacturer has agreed.

    Model
    MDB7100AWB
    Serial number
    27439251AG
    Bought from
    Hawkins & sons, inc., Delaware
    Bought
    May 17, 2002
    Where
    Wilmington, Delaware: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  10. No one hurt

    Made Jan 28, 2014, sent to the company Feb 28, 2014, published by CPSC Mar 18, 2014

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher, under the counter, plastic tub

    The consumer stated that he noticed that the heat was not working in the dishwasher.

    The consumer inspected the product and noticed the the heating element had completely separated. The consumer stated that a part of the element has disintegrated from the rest.

    The consumer did not notice any melting around the area. The consumer was not near the unit when it was running to notice any smoking or burning smell.

    The consumer stated that when he used it before the dishwasher worked properly.

    The consumer’s model is not included in any recalls.

    Model
    MDB4630AWW5
    Serial number
    F20623738
    Bought from
    Home Depot, New York
    Bought
    Mar 25, 2012
    Where
    Nassau, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  11. No one hurt

    Made Jan 6, 2014, sent to the company Jan 29, 2014, published by CPSC Feb 12, 2014

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The consumer stated that there was a very small fire in the dishwasher. The consumer stated that the dishwasher was stuck in the dry mode. The consumer stated that the components melted. The consumer stated that the item that sprays water melted down into the heating element. The consumer stated that the utensil holder also melted, exposing the metal utensils to the heating element. The consumer stated that some other dishwasher safe items melted. The consumer stated that the dishwasher was stuck in this mode throughout the night (for about 13 hours). The consumer was woken up by smoke from the dishwasher. The consumer stated that back in 2012 he received a recall notice. The consumer’s model # was not included in the recall. The consumer had the same hazard as the recalled units and had incidents occur where the unit would be stuck in the dry mode. The consumer had a local Maytag service tech come and repair the unit. The consumer stated that the tech reprogrammed the dishwasher. The consumer paid for the repair expense.

    The consumer stated that after the repair, the dishwasher did not have any problems until recently when this incident occurred. The consumer contacted the manf again regarding the incident. The manf informed him that his unit is not recalled. He was informed to contact the service department. The consumer stated he hung up the call after being on hold for 23 minutes.

    Model
    MDBH975AWW
    Serial number
    10090402JC
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Virginia
    Where
    Evington, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  12. Not said

    Made Sep 29, 2013, sent to the company Oct 23, 2013, published by CPSC Nov 6, 2013

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    Heaing element in dishwasher will not shut off when washer is finished. Have learned that washer is already in recall.

    Model
    MDBH945
    Serial number
    37571455LG
    Where
    Richardson, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Unspecified
  13. No one hurt

    Made Aug 8, 2013, sent to the company Aug 16, 2013, published by CPSC Aug 30, 2013

    The product, in the report: Black Maytag Dishwasher.

    Last few minutes of dishwasher drying cycle I was walking by. I smelled something burning. It smelled like plastic. The heating element was burned a hole into the bottom of the dishwasher. I looked to see if it is recalled. The ones recalled look exactly (inside and out) like mine. This could have burned my house down. I am afraid a lot of water has now leaked under my washer.

    Model
    MDBH965AWB
    Serial number
    10657646GV
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Bought
    May 5, 2005
    Where
    Pomfret, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 45, Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  14. No one hurt

    Made Jul 28, 2013, sent to the company Aug 5, 2013, published by CPSC Aug 19, 2013

    The product, in the report: MAYTAG mdb7851aws dishwasher 46057021np

    We have a MAYTAG dishwasher model MDB7851AWS that has malfunctioned. While removing a load of dishes yesterday we noticed that everything was incredibly hot. Investigating further revealed that the heating element was not shutting off when the cycle ended. This caused the rubber gasket to melt. There was no way to shut the unit off other than disconnecting the power.

    Looking online I noticed a recall issued in 2010.

    https://repair.maytag.com/prjjck10/default.jsp?siteCd=RCU_EN_US&id=R173BV

    I would be curious to know of others have filed reports. in searching forums online it appears that others with the same model have had similar issues. It would appear that adding this model to the list would be prudent.

    My serial number on the unit is 46057021NP

    If possible I would like to discuss this with someone at the CPSC. Clearly this problem is beyond those already acknowledged by MayTag.

    Model
    MAYTAG mdb7851aws dishwasher
    Serial number
    46057021np
    Bought from
    BestBuy, Massachusetts
    Bought
    Aug 16, 2008
    Where
    North Attleboro, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 46, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  15. No one hurt

    Made Jul 23, 2013, sent to the company Jul 31, 2013, published by CPSC Aug 14, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher

    Dishwasher was off. Walked into kitchen and saw sparks in front of dishwasher. Removed lower panel and found a bunch of wires (several wires) that goes up inside the door had a bare spot with burn marks around one wire. The wires were rubbing on a sharp piece of metal at the bottom of the door right where they go up into the door. There is no protection for these wires other than the thin covering on the wires themselves. These wires move and rub on surrounding metal surfaces every time the door is moved. Dishwasher manufactured 10/2001.

    Model
    MDB7130AWW
    Serial number
    27968826ZW
    Where
    Sun City West, Arizona: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 85, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Parent
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  16. No one hurt

    Made Jul 22, 2013, sent to the company Jul 30, 2013, published by CPSC Aug 13, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher Model MDB9150AWS Serial # 10947409YW

    my maytag dishwasher Model #MDB9150AWS Serial # 10947409YW started on fire during the 1st ten minutes of a wash cycle on 7/21/2013

    Model
    MDB9150AWS
    UPC
    unknown
    Serial number
    10947409YW
    Bought from
    orvilles
    Bought
    Feb 1, 2001, about then
    Where
    Silver Creek, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 49, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  17. No one hurt

    Made Jul 10, 2013, sent to the company Jul 18, 2013, published by CPSC Aug 1, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher.

    I have a MDB8959AWS6 Maytag Dishwasher S/N F14004717

    The unit failed, upon performance diagnosis to determine part failure the thermal fuse was blown.

    While identifying the fuse, I noticed burn damage (brown insulation) on the wire harness, most likely not the wiring insulation, but the rubber sound proofing adjacent to the wiring. The power plug on the wire harness connecting to the control board was melted. There was heat damage (brown discoloration) around the power blade terminals of the plug on the control circuit board. There was electrical burning odors in and around the dishwasher when it failed mid cycle. The unit has a dedicated circuit breaker that was not blown. The unit was set to normal wash, no heat dry, and sanitize mode.

    Regards, [REDACTED]

    Model
    MDB8959AWS6
    Serial number
    F14004717
    Bought from
    Lowes or Best Buy
    Bought
    Jan 2, 2012, about then
    Where
    Madison, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  18. No one hurt

    Made Jun 29, 2013, sent to the company Jul 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jul 23, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher

    Our 2012 Maytag dishwasher stopped working. We opened the panel to investigate and found the wires have melted through their insulation and into the door of the dishwasher.

    Maytag needs to recall this product.

    Model
    MDB7749AWW2
    Serial number
    F20220235
    Bought from
    Lowe’s, South Carolina
    Bought
    Jan 24, 2012
    Where
    Irmo, South Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  19. No one hurt

    Made Jun 17, 2013, sent to the company Jun 25, 2013, published by CPSC Jul 10, 2013

    The product, in the report: Built-in Dishwasher - Other identifying numbers in addition to those below: E3997 and LR111720

    This product was the subject of a recall, and the door (with controls) has been replaced. The machine failed again last night, after we had retired. Neither the degergent door, nor he water valve opened. The timer advanced to the dry stage and turned on the heater, where it remained stopped with the “Heater Delay” light illuminated until it was discovered his morning.The machine was very hot, probably dangerously so. There was a definate odor of over-heated metal and plastic. It is clear that this machine continues to present a fire hazard and should be recalled completely.

    Model
    MDB 4100 AWB
    Serial number
    15921220YU
    Bought from
    Lowe’s, Georgia
    Where
    Dunwoody, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  20. No one hurt

    Made Jun 4, 2013, sent to the company Jun 11, 2013, published by CPSC Jun 25, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher under counter installed

    the control panel on our maytag dishwasher caught on fire and burned the control card and the two wire harness that plug into the control card. We were not aware that this had happened until we tried to wash a new load of dishes and there were no lights on the outside controls. I opened up the front panel and saw that the control card was burned. This is a new dishwasher that we bought from home depot in 2011.

    Model
    MDBH969AWW1
    UPC
    don’t know
    Serial number
    F05015584
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Georgia
    Bought
    Apr 6, 2011, about then
    Where
    Macon, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  21. Not said

    Made Jun 2, 2013, sent to the company Jun 10, 2013, published by CPSC Jun 24, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwashwer MDB7759AWB2 ser.F11205393

    Last two times, while running a normal cleaning cycle, the wife and I, both, noticed a burning smell. I pulled dishwasher out and found a shorted heating element and a burnt red wire/connector.

    Model
    MDB7759AWB2
    Serial number
    F11205393
    Bought from
    Sears Hardware - AVON, Indiana
    Bought
    May 9, 2011
    Where
    Indianapolis, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Unspecified
  22. No one hurt

    Made Apr 22, 2013, sent to the company Jun 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jun 21, 2013

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The consumer says that the dishwasher was not working. Does not turn on. It would turn on and then right back off. A technician she knows says that water is leaking down to the dispenser. He says one of the wires are burned completely in half.

    The consumer contacted the manufacturer who told her the unit is not on the recall. they offered no further assistance

    Model
    MDB6
    Serial number
    27749193CN
    Bought
    Sep 3, 2004
    Where
    Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  23. No one hurt

    Made Feb 13, 2013, sent to the company Feb 21, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 8, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag White Dishwasher

    The dishwasher turned itself on over the night and heated uncontrollably, destroying plastic utensils, plates, and inner workings inside the dishwasher.

    Model
    10697705LT
    UPC
    -
    Serial number
    MDB8951BWW
    Bought from
    Appliance Store
    Where
    Sleepy Hollow, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 40, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  24. No one hurt

    Made Feb 10, 2013, sent to the company Feb 19, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 5, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Quiet Series 400 MDB9601AWW

    i started dishwasher at 5:30 pm. it is a 90 min. cycle so should have been finished around 8 pm. i did not check on it before going to bed as i have never had a problem with it and just completely forgot i had turned it on. the next morning i noticed that my countertop was very warm as if the dishwasher was in the drying stage. i opened the door and sure enough the heating element was still going from the night before. the dishes were bone dry and i almost burned my hand getting the silverware out. there is no way to turn of the heat element that i know of at this point so i unplugged the appliance and waited a few hours for everything to cool off. when i plugged it back in, to see if i could just bypass the heated dry and still use the wash cycle, the heat element was already hot enough to burn me and i hadn’t touched a thing on the controls. i again unplugged it and am not able to use it. i was lucky i did not have a fire overnight with the heat on for that amount of time and all the plastic cups and plates that were in the load. the dishwasher was a Maytag Quiet Series 400 bought in 2007

    Model
    Quiet Series 400
    Serial number
    MDB9601AWW
    Bought from
    shanley’s tv and appliance
    Bought
    Jun 10, 2007, about then
    Where
    tonica, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  25. No one hurt

    Made Feb 7, 2013, sent to the company Feb 15, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 4, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Jet Clean Dishwasher

    The electrical circuit board of my dishwasher started popping loudly and emitting a dark, black smoke. I turned off the machine and called 911.

    Model
    MDB9150AWS
    Serial number
    27571142AJ
    Where
    San Luis Obispo, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 56, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  26. No one hurt

    Made Jan 28, 2013, sent to the company Feb 7, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 22, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Legacy Series (Quiet series). It is silver and black in color. This dishwasher causes the power to our home to go out every time it is run.

    We have a Maytag dishwasher we purchased new at Home Depot. This is has two numbers #MDBH965AWS & #37863748LV.

    Every time we use our dishwasher, the power to our whole house goes out. We have read the news stories warning consumers of the fire hazards & wiring problems with these dishwashers. We wanted to report what we are experiencing with ours. We have only had this dishwasher for about 3 years & our plan is to replace it with a new one, since there are reports of several catching fire.

    Thanks, [REDACTED]

    Model
    Maytag Legacy Series (Quiet series 300) MDBH965AWS
    Serial number
    37863748LV.
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Oregon
    Where
    Tualatin, Oregon: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  27. No one hurt

    Made Jan 16, 2013, sent to the company Jan 25, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 8, 2013

    The product, in the report: dishwasher

    our maytag dishwasher’s electronic panel started smoking. when my husband took it apart, the panel had started to melt.

    MDB9150AWQ or O

    Model
    MDB9150AWQ or O
    Bought from
    can’t remember
    Where
    Unspecified: Unspecified
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  28. No one hurt

    Made Jan 14, 2013, sent to the company Feb 27, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 14, 2013

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The caller stated that his dishwasher overheated which made his countertops extremely hot. When it was opened approximately 9 hours later he was unable to touch anything due to the heat. The dishwasher was placed in wash cycle before retiring to bed, however, the next morning he discovered that the heating elements were probably on longer than they should.

    There was no visible damages, but there was a smell of melted plastic.

    (12/2010) The caller stated that he had received the recall notice for Release #10-255. When he contacted the firm he was advised that the recall would not affect his stainless steel tub. However, this incident occurred to his dishwasher and he feels that it should be included in the recall because it is a fire hazard.

    The manufacturer was not contacted as yet.

    Model
    MDB7851AWB
    Serial number
    41912985NN
    Bought from
    Lowes, Missouri
    Bought
    Sep 2, 2008, about then
    Where
    St Louis, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  29. No one hurt

    Made Jan 11, 2013, sent to the company Jan 30, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 13, 2013

    The product, in the report: Household dishwasher, used once weekly at a small church.

    I took the door apart on this Maytag DW when it suddenly stopped working last Sunday. No lights; completely unresponsive. When I detected current at the junction box behind the base panel, but none at the door switch, I followed the black & while wires down the door. At the point where the wires exit the door and go under the tub, four of them are worn through, exposing bare wire. It also appears some of the plastic insulation around them is charred. At least one wire is severed.

    Although this DW is not part of a recall (based upon the last 2 of the SN) this seems like a product design issue. Model #: MDB9150AWW SN: 2793279CR

    Use is 1 time per week at a church. Info below is for the church.

    Model
    MDB9150AWW
    Serial number
    2793279CR
    Bought from
    [donation in 2006]
    Bought
    Jan 31, 2005, about then
    Where
    Flagstaff, Arizona: Other
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  30. No one hurt

    Made Dec 30, 2012, sent to the company Jan 17, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 1, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Legacy Series Quiet serve 300 Serial 33532960JL Model MDBH975Aww White

    We used our dishwasher this am and when we returned home at 1:30pm, I opened the dishwasher to get a bowl and it was burning HOT. I didn’t think anything of it, just thought the dishwasher must have just finished drying. We began to smell a burning smell in the house. Later at 7:30 pm I opened to get more dishes out and it smelt of burning/melting plastic and the dishes were still burning HOT. The heating element will not shut off. I then opened and shut dishwasher, hit cancel to see if it would turn off and that didn’t work. My husband then went and turned the circuit breaker on and off and half an hour later it still was on and burning HOT. He then went and shut the circuit breaker all together. We researched recalls and Maytag does have recalls for this problem and it says with serial numbers ending in JL which ours is but when I go to submit recall it tells me that it doesn’t qualify for recall.

    Model
    Legacy Series Quiet serve 300 Model MDBH975Aww
    Serial number
    Serial 33532960JL
    Where
    Elk River, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Matyag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  31. Hurt, no treatment

    Made Dec 29, 2012, sent to the company Jan 15, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Quiet 300 dishwasher

    Heating element in dishwasher stays on when machine is not running. Burning smell and cabinet of dishwasher heats up including plates and other contents. Checked with Maytag but model is not included in safety recall.

    Model
    MDBTT70AWB
    Serial number
    10157155GN
    Bought from
    Lowes, Massachusetts
    Bought
    Aug 1, 2009, about then
    Where
    West Roxbury, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 47, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  32. No one hurt

    Made Dec 10, 2012, sent to the company Dec 28, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 14, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher model MDB5100AWW serial 25611281ZM, white

    Dishwasher caught on fire

    Model
    MDB5100AWW
    Serial number
    25611281ZM
    Where
    Manchester, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 40, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  33. No one hurt

    Made Dec 8, 2012, sent to the company Dec 28, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 14, 2013

    The product, in the report: Maytag Jetclean Quiet plus dishwasher

    Dishwasher started to smoke, heavy black smoke and was beginning to catch fire. Appears to be in the control panel area inside the door. Discontinued use as it started again when the door was closed again.

    Model
    MDB6100AWW
    Serial number
    27693138ZQ
    Bought
    Sep 1, 2001
    Where
    Pleasant Hill, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag Jetclean, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  34. No one hurt

    Made Nov 26, 2012, sent to the company Jan 24, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 7, 2013

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The consumer says that he noticed a strong electrical burning smell and smoke emitting from the front of the dishwasher. he shut it off immediately by turning off the circuit breaker.

    He says the unit was on 15 minutes before the incident happened. He says if he were not home, the unit may have caught fire.

    His next step is to contact the manufacturer. He says the unit is on recall under Release #07-094. the free repair was done shortly after the recall was issued.

    Model
    MDB9100AWB
    Serial number
    15484031YH
    Bought from
    Sears
    Where
    Mendon, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  35. No one hurt

    Made Nov 23, 2012, sent to the company Feb 4, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 19, 2013

    The product, in the report: dishwasher

    (11/20/2012) The consumer stated that the dishwasher was on the rinse cycle. The wife smelled an unusual odor in the house. The smell was traced to the dishwasher. The consumer stated that they opened the door. Smoke came from the right hand side of the door. They noticed that the smoke was coming from a crack in the door on the right side. The smoke continued for about 15 seconds. The consumer stated that black ash came from the crack.

    (11/21/2012) The consumer stated that the manufacturer was called. Arrangements were made for a technician to come out. The technician came out and diagnosed the problem to be a burnt control board. The consumer was given a repair estimate of $308.70.

    The consumer stated that they have spoken to the manufacturer and are waiting for some type of solution.

    Model
    md89100aww
    Serial number
    27692771zq
    Bought from
    Standard Appliance, Oregon
    Bought
    Oct 1, 2001, about then
    Where
    Lake Oswego, Oregon: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  36. No one hurt

    Made Nov 18, 2012, sent to the company Dec 6, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 20, 2012

    The product, in the report: WHITE MAYTAG DISHWASHER

    my dishwasher is a maytag model MDB4100AWW SERIAL # 27763943ZS IT GETS STUCK I AM GUESSING ITS THE SENSOR BUT IT WILL RUN ALL NIGHT AND MY DISHWASHER IS SUPER HOT CAN BE A FIRE HAZZARD

    Model
    MDB4100AWW
    Serial number
    27763943ZS
    Bought from
    BESTBUY
    Bought
    Oct 8, 2001
    Where
    livermore, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 38, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand MAYTAG, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  37. No one hurt

    Made Nov 5, 2012, sent to the company Nov 20, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 5, 2012

    The product, in the report: This maytag dishwasher has a brushed stainless steel exterior finish along with the interior. The control panel is on the top front of the door, which is a plastic panel.

    Ran dishwasher as would normally. The heating element remained on for 3 days melting the plastic silverware container. This plastic had burned in places which is a fire hazard. In addition just the heating element being on for so long was of grave concern.

    Model
    MDBH750AWS
    Serial number
    MDBH750AWS
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Where
    Burlington, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  38. No one hurt

    Made Oct 23, 2012, sent to the company Oct 31, 2012, published by CPSC Nov 15, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher model MDB7600AWQ SN 25377656ET

    Heating element does not shut off on Maytag Dishwasher. Model # MDB7600AWQ SN 25377656ET. Must turn off circuit breaker. There is a 1.7 million Maytag Dishwasher recall for this issue, but my SN does not fall into the range.

    Model
    MDB7600AWQ
    Serial number
    25377656ET
    Bought from
    HH Gregg, Tennessee
    Bought
    Dec 26, 2004
    Where
    Lebanon, Tennessee: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 55, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  39. No one hurt

    Made Oct 5, 2012, sent to the company Dec 12, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 28, 2012

    The product, in the report: undercounter dishwasher

    The consumer stated that he put the dishwasher on the “auto-clean” cycle which usually last 2 hours. The consumer stated that approximately an hour later the consumer hear a loud explosion.

    The consumer stated that the first loud noise put a hole of approximately 1/4 “on the right top side of the door. The consumer stated that smoke was being emitted from the front top area of the dishwasher. The consumer stated that he also smelled a plastic burning odor.

    The consumer stated that he immediately open the door to stop cycle and then turned off the circuit break. The consumer stated that he opened the windows and doors to ventilate the kitchen.

    The consumer stated that no one was injured.

    The consumer stated that he contacted the manufacturer and they informed him that they could send a service technician to look at the product. The consumer stated that he would be contacting the manufacturer to schedule an appointment. The consumer stated that he was unsure if he would have to pay for the service.

    Model
    MDB7130AWQ
    UPC
    Unknown
    Serial number
    10335839ZF
    Bought from
    Bray and Scarff, Maryland
    Bought
    Nov 1, 2002, about then
    Where
    Hyattsville, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  40. No one hurt

    Made Oct 4, 2012, sent to the company Dec 7, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 21, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The caller stated that he experienced an electrical fire in the dishwasher control panel. The dishwasher was on (not sure of the amount of time) when he opened the door the cycle was incomplete. The caller stated that there was no signs of smoke. The dishwasher became inoperable.

    10/3/12 The manufacturer was contacted and he was advised that the dishwasher was repaired from a recall 5 years ago and that should have taken care of the failure. A service rep was sent out 10/4 and he was advised that the control panel was burnt.

    The caller feels that this dishwasher is a fire hazard and should be reported.

    Model
    MDB7160AWQ
    Serial number
    15889481yu
    Bought from
    Maytag, Illinois
    Bought
    Jun 1, 2000, about then
    Where
    Schaumburg, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  41. No one hurt

    Made Sep 24, 2012, sent to the company Oct 1, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 16, 2012

    The product, in the report: Built in Maytag dishwasher

    Approximately 9pm noticed dishwasher was extremely hot. It had not been manually started but appeared to be in a cycle having started by itself. It was not responsive to turning off and took me some time to do so. Water and wash cycles had not run in machine. Dishes were still dirty and were not wet. Machine indicator lights did not indicate it was in a heated drying cycle. Kitchen counter was extremely hot. We have owned machine since home purchase in March 2002 (purchased new). Machine has not ever turned on by itself, nor have we inadvertently turned on as buttons require specific pressure to initiate cycles. Machine had last run the day before without incident.

    Model
    MDB5100AWB
    Serial number
    27143334ZZ
    Bought
    Mar 1, 2002, about then
    Where
    JAcksonville, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  42. No one hurt

    Made Sep 11, 2012, sent to the company Sep 18, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 2, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher purchased nearly 10 years

    After starting my Maytag dishwasher (which is 9 years old), I heard popping coming from the kitchen. I ran in and saw flames coming from the top close to where the handle is. Luckily I could open the door which turned off the dishwasher. The flame extinguished itself due to turning off the power. I feel very, very lucky there were no damages or injuries. I would like to warn people buying a Maytag or if one is currently in their home. I’d like the dishwasher to go out rather than set my house on fire.

    Model
    MDB7130AWB
    Serial number
    27541192AJ
    Bought from
    Appliance Center
    Bought
    Sep 2, 2002, about then
    Where
    Whitesboro, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 56, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  43. No one hurt

    Made Sep 9, 2012, sent to the company Sep 17, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 1, 2012

    The product, in the report: smoke came from Maytag dishwasher while it was running Model # DWU8260BAX Serial # B6244963MH

    kitchen filled with smoke from the Maytag dishwasher

    Model
    DWU8260BAX
    Serial number
    B6244963MH
    Bought
    Mar 1, 1995
    Where
    Oxford, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  44. No one hurt

    Made Sep 6, 2012, sent to the company Sep 14, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 28, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher, black front Model #: MDBTT79AWB Serial #: 18719123CN

    Maytag Recall Dishwasher Although my model number is not currently listed on your current recall list, I had to recently replace the heating element after we smelled an electrical fire in our dishwasher. When I dissembled the dishwasher, the heating element had faulted and melted the plastic where the element connected to the dishwasher. We happened to be home when we smelled the plastic melting and immediately stopped the dishwasher. The plastic was melted so bad that I had to cut off the connecting grommet. I am concerned that this is the same problem identified in the current recall and request a technical investigation to determine a similar problem with the model I have as noted below:

    Model #: MDBTT79AWB Serial #: 18719123CN

    Model
    Model #: MDBTT79AWB
    Serial number
    Serial #: 18719123CN
    Bought from
    Lowes Store, Virginia
    Bought
    Sep 1, 2008, about then
    Where
    Williamsburg, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  45. No one hurt

    Made Aug 30, 2012, sent to the company Sep 11, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 25, 2012

    The product, in the report: White Maytag dishwasher, front load, under counter.

    Dish washer smelled burned. Contacted Maytag, discovered unit was under a recall. Maytag never contacted me about recall despite registration at phurchae. Maytag agreed to send repair parts. I waited several weeks. No parts arrived. Contacted Maytag again, they again offered to send parts, claiming a computer glitch. Weeks later no parts have arrived.

    I cannot plug in washer for fear of fire, but cannot obtain recalled parts as a remedy from Maytag.

    Model
    MDB4100AWW
    Serial number
    10488819WU
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Where
    Pinckney, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  46. No one hurt

    Made Aug 29, 2012, sent to the company Sep 6, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 20, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher, exact unit described below.

    The dishwasher heating coil stayed on overnight and was extremely hot in the morning. Opening the door did not shut it off immediately. Closing and opening the door a second time got it to shut off. I looked up the model and serial number on the Maytag recall site and it said we were not part of the recall even though it acted exactly as described.

    Model
    MDB7600AWQ
    Serial number
    22385290EC
    Where
    Burnsville, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  47. No one hurt

    Made Aug 27, 2012, sent to the company Sep 5, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 19, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher

    Last night around 8pm, I started the Maytag dishwasher. I get up this morning around 8am and went to get a cup of coffee and I noticed the dishwasher was warm. The two lights indicating that it was done were lit. I’m thinking this isn’t normal it should be done and cold by now. I opened it up and a wall of HOT air hits me in the face, and the smell of plastic was overwhelming. It melted my coffee cup on the top shelf, it ruined baby bottles on the top shelf too. We thru the breaker right away, and disconnected from electric. Opened windows to get the smell out. I have a baby in the house not even 2 weeks old. I looked on the Maytag site to see if there were a recall for this. There were for plastic tubs not mine a metal tub. I called Maytag to find out what to do. This was no avail. They wanted to send someone out to check it out. They want me to connect to power again. NO WAY!!! It dang near burnt my house down!!! I told them they can check it out on the patio cause that’s where it’s gonna be. We are going over to Homedepot and get another dishwasher and it isn’t gonna be a Maytag. This dishwasher is only 3 years old. I’ve had it serviced like 5 times for different things. It’s a piece of [REDACTED].

    Model
    MDBH980AWQO
    Serial number
    NW4419899
    Bought from
    Homedepot, Pennsylvania
    Bought
    Jan 25, 2009, about then
    Where
    Pottstown, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 28, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Child
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  48. No one hurt

    Made Aug 22, 2012, sent to the company Oct 2, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 17, 2012

    The product, in the report: Under the counter dishwasher

    The consumer stated that his wife started the dishwasher on the “auto clean” setting approximately at 6:30 am on 08/22/2012. The consumer stated that it had been on for approximately 40 minutes and it seemed as though it was on the “drying mode” when the incident occurred. The consumer stated that his daughter smelled a burning plastic odor. The consumer stated that he found that a hole of approximately 3/8 of an inch on the lower right hand corner of the control panel. The consumer stated that his daughter had opened the door to the dishwasher. There were black smoke residue on the top of the door and near door vents. He decided to take the dishes out of the dishwasher and turned off the circuit breaker. The consumer stated that the dishwasher had been serviced back in 2007 due to the release #07-094.

    The consumer stated that there were no damages to his home structure aside from the burning odor.

    The consumer stated that no one was injured. The consumer stated this product should be investigated due to the fire hazard that it poses to consumers.

    Model
    MDB9100AWW
    Serial number
    23778143YS
    Bought from
    Unknown
    Where
    Greenbay, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  49. No one hurt

    Made Aug 13, 2012, sent to the company Aug 28, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 12, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher Model Number: MDB6601AWW; Serial Number: 37240735NA

    Maytag Customer Service 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022 Monday, August 13, 2012

    Dear Sirs:

    This is to advise you of a potential fire that was caused by your Maytag Dishwasher Model Number: MDB6601AWW; Serial Number: 37240735NA, that was purchased on April 04, 2008 from Grants Appliances, Electronics and More in Joliet, Illinois.

    Two months ago I noticed a strong odor of something electrical burning (smelled like burning hair). As I am handicapped and cannot kneel down or bend over, I was unable to determine the source of the odor. I simply stopped using your dishwasher until my son was able to come over last night and look at the dishwasher to see where the problem might have been.

    We were quite shocked by what he found when he pulled the dishwasher out and went to undo the electrical connection.

    The photos can speak better than my words.

    My son-in-law is the [REDACTED] with the fire prevention bureau of the Pleasantview Fire Protection District in La Grange Highlands, Illinois.

    He looked at the burned parts and told us that we were very lucky that we still have a home to live in. Luckily, I did not use the dishwasher after discovering the odor.

    Since owning this dishwasher, we have had to replace the handle and door latch on or about March 19, 2010, and have had a previous recall kit installed on or about June 08, 2010 by Nite Owl Appliance Repairs, Joliet Illinois….who used Recall Kit: W10327037 per your recall instructions.

    This problem presented a hazard that could very well have resulted in a fire in my home.

    As this dishwasher was purchased in 2008, I know that it is out of warranty.

    With the recent [REDACTED] Dishwasher recall, we wondered whether this dishwasher might have the same problem.

    After reading the material available on the [REDACTED] dishwasher recall, we can see that it is not the same problem; however, the problem with our dishwasher would have caused a fire had we had continued to use it.

    I decided to write to you rather than calling because the photos would be difficult if not impossible to describe over the phone.

    Perhaps you could issue a similar recall with this make and model of dishwasher before someone suffers a preventable tragedy.

    Model
    MDB6601AWW
    Serial number
    37240735NA
    Bought from
    Grant’s Appliances
    Bought
    Apr 4, 2008
    Where
    Indian Head Park, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  50. No one hurt

    Made Aug 1, 2012, sent to the company Aug 14, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 28, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dish washer model MDB5130AWW serial number 10345994ZF

    My maytag disherwasher caught on fire at the point where the wiring connected to the dishwasher. It was in use when I noticed a burning odor. The fire was contained within the machine. The machine also had a leak prior to the fire occurring. My model number is MDB5130AWW and my serial number is 10345994ZF

    Model
    MDB5130AWW
    Serial number
    10345994ZF
    Bought from
    Mikes appliances
    Where
    State College, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag dishwasher, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  51. No one hurt

    Made Jul 31, 2012, sent to the company Aug 14, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 28, 2012

    The product, in the report: standard dishwasher - black, with electronic controls

    Dishwasher burner never shuts off!

    Model
    MDB5601AWB
    Serial number
    30389228JA
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Where
    Colleyville, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 57, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  52. No one hurt

    Made Jul 23, 2012, sent to the company Aug 10, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 24, 2012

    The product, in the report: White under the counter Maytag dishwasher purchased on 7/26/10

    My Maytag dishwasher’s (model # MDBTT53AWW1) control panel shorted out after only 23 months of light use because the manufacturer failed to install a rubber gromett around the inlet holed in the power box. This resulted when the wire insulation was cut due to the sharp metal in the junction box. This could have resulted in fire or an electrical shock. Thankfully the control panel blew before that happened but Maytag will not stand behind their product since we did not buy an extend year warranty. They do not show that they have issued a recall for this type of problem with other dishwashers. There only recourse is for me to schedule a service call which is out of my pocket and the cost of the service call is more than I can buy the replacement control panel.

    I am glad this did not turn into a fire or an injury but it easily could have and wanted to voice my concern. I imagine I am not the only one with this issue and if not, I would like my complaint to be added to any others if it prompts a product recall. I have one year to return the control panel I am purchasing. I will be checking for product recalls on your web site. Thank you for providing consumers a voice since Maytag was not interested in hearing from me.

    Model
    MDBTT53Aww1
    Serial number
    F02718259
    Bought from
    Loews
    Bought
    Jul 26, 2010
    Where
    Frisco, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  53. No one hurt

    Made Jul 13, 2012, sent to the company Aug 22, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 6, 2012

    The product, in the report: under the counter dishwasher

    The consumer was using his dishwasher on the normal wash cycle for approximately 5 minutes. His wife saw smoke and flames coming from the top of the unit. They immediately opened the door and saw flames. The consumer went to shut off the circuit breaker. A little later, the dishwasher was examined and the fire appears to have started in the area near the control panel. The consumer has not had any prior incidents with the dishwasher. The manufacturer was not contacted nor the retailer, There is no phone number for the manufacturer.

    Model
    MDB7160AWW
    Serial number
    15518108YK
    Bought from
    Lowe’s, Nevada
    Bought
    Jun 15, 2004
    Where
    Carson City, Nevada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  54. No one hurt

    Made Jul 11, 2012, sent to the company Aug 24, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 10, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The caller stated that she started experiencing problems with her dishwasher a few months ago. Whenever the dishwasher completes its cycle she noticed that it is extremely hot, which causes melting of her dishes and utensils and cracked her glasses.

    She stated that the dishwasher did not operate properly since purchase. The detergent would dry on the dishes, the handle would be stuck. Overall, the dishwasher is defective.

    The caller is concerned of the extreme heat that the dishwasher produces, it might cause a fire.

    7/2012 The manufacturer recall hotline was contacted and she was advised that the heating element would be replaced, however, she stated that the entire dishwasher needs to be replaced.

    The caller feels that this dishwasher is a fire hazard and should be reported.

    Model
    MDB5601AWW
    UPC
    n/a
    Serial number
    37473654LR
    Bought from
    Maytag, Florida
    Bought
    Jul 14, 2007, about then
    Where
    Brandon, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  55. No one hurt

    Made Jul 7, 2012, sent to the company Jul 13, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 27, 2012

    The product, in the report: This is a dishwasher from Maytag. It has a drying feature that is the problem. It is 34”T, 24”wide and 24”deep.

    We have a Maytag dishwasher. We have had it for about 5 years. Last night the heating element did not shut off that dries the dishes. This morning we discovered it. It was so hot the paint burned of off plates.

    Also a very heat durable plastic piece from our expresso maker warped. It would take a lot of heat for that to happen.

    Even when we had the unit turned off the heating element kept heating. I had to turn off all power to the unit from the circuit breaker.

    Model
    MDB7751AWS
    Serial number
    36085608LC
    Bought from
    Builder
    Bought
    Nov 30, 2006, about then
    Where
    Maple Valley, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  56. No one hurt

    Made Jul 6, 2012, sent to the company Sep 10, 2012, published by CPSC Sep 24, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The consumer says she has had to turn it off, because the heating coil stays very hot. She says that she has had to unplug it. The heating coil looks defferent now than when it was originally purchased. She says her kitchen countertop also gets hot to the touch when the dishwasher is on.

    The consumer contacted the manufacturer who said that her model is not part of the recall. She says that they are unwilling to help her.

    An appliance tech told her that the problem is with the heating coil.

    Model
    MDB5600AWB
    Serial number
    26879889GA
    Bought from
    Sears
    Bought
    Jul 15, 2006, about then
    Where
    Spring Valley, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  57. No one hurt

    Made Jun 29, 2012, sent to the company Aug 2, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 16, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The consumer says that the front electronic panel burned a hole through the front plastic covering. she says the unit emitted black smoke throughout her kitchen. The unit was on roughly for an hour prior to the incident.

    They called the Fire Dept who shut off the dishwasher by disconnecting the circuit breaker. They set the unit outside.

    The consumer contacted the manufacturer the same day 6-25-2012 who sent a technician who determined who said nothing was replaceable and was deemed a total loss. The consumer said the manufacturer offered another unit at a discount.

    This dishwasher is recalled under Release #07-094. The service tech that came out determined that the unit had been repaired in 2007, which is prior to the consumer purchasing the dishwasher.

    Model
    MDB7100AWB
    Serial number
    15043759YY
    Bought from
    came with home
    Bought
    Mar 1, 2007, about then
    Where
    Fairfield, Connecticut: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  58. No one hurt

    Made Jun 28, 2012, sent to the company Jul 12, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 26, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher (Purchased May 1999), with prior recalls on wiring which was fixed many years ago.

    Maytag Dishwasher model #MDB6000AWW purchased in May 1999 began smoking and it appeared as if the motor was burning. I originally had the other recall completed and this is completely different.

    Model
    MDB6000AWW
    Serial number
    1877931800B
    Bought from
    Weber Bros., Illinois
    Bought
    May 1, 1999, about then
    Where
    Wheeler, Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  59. No one hurt

    Made Jun 23, 2012, sent to the company Jul 2, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 17, 2012

    The product, in the report: Stainless Steel Dishwasher

    We ran our Maytag Quiet Series 300 dishwasher last night and woke up this morning to find that the heating element never shut off. The pots and utensils were hot enough to burn our hands. We ran it again to see if the same thing would happen and it did - after three hours the heating element was still on and thing got very hot. We worry about the risk of fire if this happens again so we have disonnected the dishwasher and will replace it but thought you should know in case there are other similar situations.

    We purchased the dishwasher in Sears in APril of 2004.

    Model
    Quiet Series 300
    Bought from
    Sears, New York
    Bought
    Apr 6, 2004, about then
    Where
    Wappinger Falls, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  60. No one hurt

    Made Jun 16, 2012, sent to the company Jun 25, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 10, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher recall repair completed Jaunary 2008

    Maytag dishwasher Serial # 10908481UF recall repair completed January 2008.

    June 2012 during rinse cycle the circuit board got very hot, melted front panel and made lots of black smoke. It quit smoking when circuit breaker was turned off. Digital display was off and unit had stopped running.

    Thankful that I was at home before situation became more serious.

    Model
    # MDB7000AWW
    Serial number
    #10908481UF
    Bought from
    Dependable Maytag
    Bought
    Oct 23, 1998
    Where
    Shreve, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 51, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  61. No one hurt

    Made Jun 12, 2012, sent to the company Jun 28, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 13, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Quiet Series 200 built-in dishwasher

    I purchased a Maytag QuietSeries 200 dishwasher Model #MDBH945AWW3, Serial #NY3514751 in 2009. This appliance has performed well up until about 6 months ago when I began experiencing electrical problems with the unit. Problems include the electronic control panel lights not working and the control panel not responding when making selections. Now the unit does not function at all.

    I have taken this dishwasher apart to examine the wires inside the front door leading from the main electronic control board to the exterior control panel and have also had an electrician examine the wiring of the unit (see attached pictures). Upon conclusion of this inspection I have found that the main wiring harness from the control panel to the electronic control board is severed and burned in an area of the wiring that is not covered by a plastic layer of protection or coating. I believe that this electrical wire has been damaged by moisture buildup during the normal operation of this dishwasher.

    I hope to find a positive resolution to my problem and I have contacted Maytag/Whirlpool customer support. The support service has directed me to a service number to pay to have my dishwasher repaired. I believe that this is a quality control inspection issue or design flaw of the appliance, and it is clearly a problem that should not occur with a dishwasher that is only 3 years old.

    Model
    Quiet Series 200
    Serial number
    NY3514751
    Where
    Somersworth, New Hampshire: Unspecified
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  62. Hurt, no treatment

    Made Jun 4, 2012, sent to the company Jun 11, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 25, 2012

    The product, in the report: It is a Maytag, quiet series dishwasher, white, electronic front panel

    I woke up at 1:45 a.m. and smelled something burning hot I walked downstairs to kitchen and noticed all the green lights were on, on the dishwasher, which was strange, because I turned it on before bed at 9p.m. It should have been off by now. I came closer and noticed it was very very hot. I opened it up and some of my dishes were broken and extremely hot. I tried to get lights to turn off and they will not. I wanted to cool it down, I took the racks with dishes out and still it was very hot. I then tried to pull it out and unplug it. When I opened the dishwasher door and took out the rack, I burned my fingers cause the dishes were so hot. This dishwasher had a recall on it before, and now here we go with another issue.

    Model
    MDBTT50AWW
    Serial number
    37224197LE
    Bought from
    lowes
    Bought
    Jun 4, 2001, about then
    Where
    CAMAS, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 43, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  63. No one hurt

    Made Jun 1, 2012, sent to the company Jul 2, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 17, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher (Built in)

    The consumer stated that she first noticed that the dishwasher had burnt the dishes, a day later after the cycle was completed. The surface of the counter top remained extremely hot and the circuit breaker was switched off to prevent a possible house fire. The incident caused the burning of the dishes and melting of the plastic on the dishwasher racks.

    5/2012 The manufacturer’s service dept was contacted and she was informed that a service tech would be sent out to install a sensor for the control board.

    The consumer is concerned that this dishwasher is a fire hazard and should be reported.

    Model
    MDB7851AWB
    UPC
    n/a
    Serial number
    45932350NN
    Bought from
    HHgregg, Ohio
    Bought
    Jul 15, 2008, about then
    Where
    Englewood, Ohio: Unspecified
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  64. No one hurt

    Made May 15, 2012, sent to the company Jun 18, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 2, 2012

    The product, in the report: Undercounter dishwasher

    The consumer stated that she contacted a repair technician and he informed her that she would have to contact the manufacturer to have the control panel replaced.

    The consumer contacted the manufacturer and they sent out another repair technician on 10/13/2011, who replaced the control panel. The consumer stated that the dishwasher was working properly until 05/13/2012. The consumer stated that she went to use the dishwasher and it would not turn on at all. The consumer stated that she contacted the manufacturer on 05/14/2012 and explained that the dishwasher was not working and the manufacturer informed her that they could not assist her because it was out of warranty.

    The consumer stated that her husband decided (05/15/2012) to open the control panel to see what happened, before they contact another repair technician. The consumer stated that her husband saw that the “blue plug” inside was melted and burnt on the left side. The consumer stated that there were no other visible damages to the dishwasher.

    The consumer stated that she turned the dishwasher off from the circuit breaker. She contacted the repair technician and she is awaiting his response. The consumer stated that she will not be using the dishwasher until the repair technician looks at it and she is considering not using it again.

    The consumer stated that she was not injured and there were no damages to her home.

    The consumer stated that she contacted the manufacturer and they informed her that they would not repair the dishwasher, because they had already repaired it before.

    The consumer stated that she believes this product should be investigated, because it poses a fire hazard.

    Model
    MDB7601AWS
    Serial number
    32582105JE
    Bought from
    Maytag Dealear, Delaware
    Bought
    Mar 25, 2006
    Where
    Laurel, Delaware: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  65. No one hurt

    Made Apr 26, 2012, sent to the company Jul 5, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 19, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    The consumer stated that the dishwasher was placed in wash cycle. Approximately 30 mins later she smelled an odor of burning wires and then she open the unit and noticed smoke emitting from it. She stated that she was unsure of where exactly the smoke was projecting from because of the amount. She immediately switched off the power from the outlet switch to prevent further damages. There were no prior incident.

    The consumer stated that she had not seen no visible damages to the dishwasher. The manufacturer was not contacted. However, she contacted a dealer and was advised to contact the agency to file a report. The consumer feels that this dishwasher is a fire hazard and should be included in a recall.

    Model
    MDB9150AWQ
    UPC
    unknown
    Serial number
    27909141at
    Bought from
    unknown
    Bought
    Aug 1, 2003, about then
    Where
    Fort Washington, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  66. No one hurt

    Made Apr 24, 2012, sent to the company May 2, 2012, published by CPSC May 16, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher

    On April 24, 2012, we turned our dishwasher on using the light wash cycle. It began the cycle and then stopped. Our circuit breaker had flipped off. We reset the circuit breaker and then pushed light wash on the dishwasher again. This time it went on and then we saw black smoke coming out of the top of the washer. The dishwasher was purchased in 2002 and is a Maytag model MDB7100AWBand serial number 27211605AA.

    Model
    MDB7100AWB
    Serial number
    27211605AA
    Bought from
    SEARS
    Bought
    Apr 1, 2002, about then
    Where
    Wantagh, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 40, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  67. No one hurt

    Made Apr 18, 2012, sent to the company Apr 25, 2012, published by CPSC May 9, 2012

    The product, in the report: maytag dishwasher.color black.model number. MDB5100AWB serial number 27005421ZW under counter model

    dishwasher caught on fire.after completing the washing cycle,the dishwasher went into the drying cycle.black smoke came out of the door steam vent.the wiring caught on fire

    Model
    MDB5100AWB
    UPC
    unknown
    Serial number
    27005421ZW
    Bought from
    best buy store
    Bought
    Jan 1, 2005, about then
    Where
    philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  68. No one hurt

    Made Apr 11, 2012, sent to the company Apr 19, 2012, published by CPSC May 3, 2012

    The product, in the report: maytag dishwasher

    heating element doesnt shut off

    Model
    mdb4651awb
    Serial number
    37718549lt
    Where
    decatur, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  69. No one hurt

    Made Apr 4, 2012, sent to the company Apr 12, 2012, published by CPSC May 3, 2012

    The product, in the report: White Maytag Dishwasher E71195 Type: 776-0 MDBH980AWW 41839323NL

    I ran the dishwasher at 6pm Monday night. The following morning, more than 12 hours after it was run, it was still piping hot and had melted everything plastic. The spatula became completely liquid, and parts of it are still stuck to the tray. I am afraid to use the dishwasher in the future for fear of burning something and starting a fire.

    Model
    Maytag SteamClean
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Michigan
    Bought
    Jan 1, 2009, about then
    Where
    Wixom, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag SteamClean Dishwasher, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  70. No one hurt

    Made Mar 20, 2012, sent to the company Mar 27, 2012, published by CPSC Apr 10, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher model MDB9150AWW, Serial number 24156777YZ

    Maytag dishwasher model MDB9150AWW, Serial number 24156777YZ was running when started to arc internally, and then smelled burning material. I turned off the circuit breaker, opened the door, and found several bare wires which had shorted against metal and burned off the insulation. A fire could have occurred if I had not been home at the time. Definitely a fire hazard and a safety concern.

    Model
    MDB9150AWW
    Serial number
    24156777YZ
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Bought
    Mar 20, 2002, about then
    Where
    Leonardtown, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 66, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  71. No one hurt

    Made Mar 17, 2012, sent to the company Mar 26, 2012, published by CPSC Apr 9, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher mdb66101aww serial 37165419LN

    Recall of dishwasher was not reported to consumer. Dishwasher caught fire during operation.

    Model
    mdb66101aww
    Serial number
    37165419LN
    Bought from
    sears
    Where
    eureka, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 64, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  72. No one hurt

    Made Mar 14, 2012, sent to the company Mar 23, 2012, published by CPSC Apr 13, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher - Digital Touch Pad Model # MDBF550AWQ Serial # 20913217CR

    Brought a Maytag dishwasher at Best Buy 10/26/03. Smelled something burning one evening (dishwasher was not running at the time) mention this to my husband. He recalled reading about dishwashers starting on fire...we decided to replace the dishwasher. On 3/10/12 while installing the new dishwasher the installer showed me a burnt neural wire along with the melted scorched wire nut. Unfortunately they removed the old dishwasher. Looked up Maytag and found the recall, called and asked them to check my registration. There system does not have my records and I know that I registered the dishwasher as I do all my appliances. I gave them all the information from the receipt and they still could not locate my information.

    They suggested I call Best Buy to find the serial number and model number.

    This is ridiculous - my house could have caught on fire while we slept and because their records do not show the purchase we were never notified of the problem.

    Model
    Maytag Tall Tub 10 Touchpad Digital Model # MDBF550AWQ
    UPC
    “I don’t know”.
    Serial number
    # 20913217CR
    Bought from
    Best Buy, Illinois
    Bought
    Oct 26, 2003
    Where
    Des Plaines, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 53, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  73. No one hurt

    Made Mar 13, 2012, sent to the company Mar 20, 2012, published by CPSC Apr 5, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag built in dishwasher,white,

    on March7,2010, the dishwasher was running smelled like plastic burning . when finished there was about 2 inches of water in bottom. so I thought I would try a quick rinse and hold cycle told get it empty all it did was break the circuit breaker. and smell burning.the repair man opened it up and found all the wires melted. the machine was brand new when we moved in our new home in 2000.The brand is Maytag was put in the home on or about August 1998. model number MDB5000AWW,serial number 17454696uu. .We were very lucky the house didn’t burn. Repairman said it would cost more to repair than a new one. [REDACTED]

    Model
    MBD5999AWW
    Serial number
    17454696uu
    Bought
    Aug 1, 1998, about then
    Where
    Michigan City, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag Jet clean super capacity quiet plus, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  74. No one hurt

    Made Mar 8, 2012, sent to the company Mar 16, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 30, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag Dishwasher color bisque

    Black smoke came out of the dishwasher during the drying cycle. The upper right hand area of the door is sooty and blackened.

    Model
    MDB9100AWQ
    Serial number
    25327082ZF
    Bought from
    Sears, New York
    Bought
    Jan 2, 2005, about then
    Where
    Syracuse, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 57, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  75. No one hurt

    Made Mar 3, 2012, sent to the company Mar 12, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 26, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher with stainless steel interior. Model MDB6650AW Serial 10520577YK

    We have a Maytag dishwasher. For several months, the dishwasher and dishes had a funny smell after running through the cleaning cycle. One morning, after breakfast, I ran the dishwasher and went on an errand, returning home approximately 1 hour 15 minutes later. The kitchen smelled of burnt plastic and there was black smoke coming from the top of the dishwasher door. There was sticky, black soot on the top edge of the door and on the inside of the door. I had recently heard a news report about a dishwasher recall so checked online to see if our unit was included in it. It was not - the recall was for units with a plastic tub, ours is stainless steel. I called the dealer where the unit was purchased and a repairman was assigned to help us. When he took the panel off the door, the coating on the wires was melted and there was exposed wiring. He said it could easily have started a fire. He said that many dishwashers were having trouble with the liquid rinse aid getting into the wiring, and this was possibly the result of that action. The cost to repair the unit was $246.00. We wonder why the stainless steel tub units were not included in the recall -- it is a serious safety matter and should be investigated. Also, an issue of the liquid rinse aid leaving its housing and corroding the wiring should also be scrutinized.

    Model
    MDB6650AW
    Serial number
    10520577YK
    Bought from
    Riegelmann’s
    Bought
    Jun 28, 2000
    Where
    Damascus, Oregon: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  76. No one hurt

    Made Mar 1, 2012, sent to the company Mar 9, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 23, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher, portable type

    Maytag Portable Dishwasher, Model Number: MDC4650AWW, Started cleaning cycle as usual, about 90 minutes later I smelled something burning. Walked into my kitchen and the floor was covered in 1/2” of hot water. Water dripped through floor into basement, ruining ceiling. Unplugged dishwasher and turned off water supply. Opened door to dishwasher and steam/smoke escaped. Smell of burning rubber was really intense. No water remained inside.

    Model
    MDC4650AWW
    Serial number
    37957351LC
    Bought from
    Bernies Appliances, Connecticut
    Bought
    Mar 1, 2007
    Where
    Hamden, Connecticut: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 33, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  77. No one hurt

    Made Feb 26, 2012, sent to the company Mar 5, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 19, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    Maytag Diswasher Model Number MD9100AWQ Serial Number 25646461ZM sustained circuitry fire

    Model
    MDB9100AWQ
    Serial number
    25646461ZM
    Bought from
    HomeDepot
    Bought
    Feb 1, 2002, about then
    Where
    Cornwall, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  78. No one hurt

    Made Feb 23, 2012, sent to the company Mar 2, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 16, 2012

    The product, in the report: DISHWASHER

    Maytag Model# MDBH975AWW with SN# 10547771JA was purchased from Home Depot on 02/17/2006 and I do not see this model on a recall list, but it has had a “meltdown” this morning. The heating element did not shut down and melted several of the dishwashers internal parts along with some [REDACTED] while shrinking/melting & cracking a couple of [REDACTED] knife handles. It has been a great machine up to this point.

    I started the dishwasher last night before going to bed at around 2200 hrs. Things appeared fine when I woke up at 0445 hrs. with the usual green cycle completed light on. My wife has been ill with a bad cold and called in sick for a 2nd day to her work during this time. I left for work at 0550 hrs. as usual while she was in bed ill. I received a frantic phone call around 0700 hrs. from her about the meltdown incident and asking how to unplug the dishwasher. Because it would not stop heating and things “are very hot & melting” I instructed her to shut down the breaker until I got home. I am thinking it is a good thing that she was here at the time and I do not know how much worse it could have gotten if we had both been gone for the day. I am going to write it off as a total loss. But felt I should raise a flag.

    Model
    MDBH975AWW
    Serial number
    10547771JA
    Bought from
    HOME DEPOT, Utah
    Bought
    Feb 17, 2006
    Where
    Erda, Utah: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 51, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand MAYTAG, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  79. Hurt, no treatment

    Made Feb 21, 2012, sent to the company Feb 29, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 14, 2012

    The product, in the report: dishwasher

    My wife opened the dishwasher this morning and had her face burned unxpectedly by an intense heat coming from the dishwasher that had been sitting all night. Fortunately, she wears glasses and did not harm her eyes. She has the habit of starting the dishwasher before going to bed and empting it out the next morning. I checked the internal temperature with an IR temp tool (I am a retired EE) and it read over 275 degrees F. Plastic items were melted and the heating element was still hot. My wife does not use the dry heating option, so it should not have been on at all. I had to find the power panel and turn off the breaker to stop the heating, and leave the door open for some time until the inside had cooled down to the point of safety. I disconnected the dishwasher and put it outside.

    Model
    MDB8951AWS
    Serial number
    33940910JJ
    Bought from
    Freidman’s Appliance
    Bought
    Jun 1, 2006
    Where
    Concord, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 63, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
  80. No one hurt

    Made Feb 21, 2012, sent to the company Feb 29, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 14, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher (builtin) model #MDBD850AWX, s/n 1033224ZF

    loaded our builtin Maytage dishwasher, started it up and it began expelling smoke out the front of the unit. I immediately opened the unit to stop it (if it would stop) and stop smoking and fortunately it did stop but it had quickly filled the house with that electrical burning smell. The water spinners top and bottom were free of any obstruction and would move easily to the touch. The black smoke marks on the dishwasher were located at the top right of the door mounted control panel. This dishwasher had never given us any trouble prior to this incident. I will be reporting it to the manufacturer tomorrow. The offending dishwasher’s model number is Maytag MDBD850AWX and the serial number is 1033224ZF. The unit was already installed in the new (at that time, 2003) house when we moved in in April 2003.

    Model
    MDBD850AWX
    UPC
    ?
    Serial number
    1033224FZ
    Bought from
    ?
    Bought
    Feb 1, 2002, about then
    Where
    Challis, Idaho: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  81. No one hurt

    Made Feb 20, 2012, sent to the company Feb 28, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 13, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher back in 2000. *(model: MDB6100AWQ: SN: 15358332YF). Since that time I had it serviced due to a Maytag recall, though I can’t remember what year that was. I have never had any problems with it until now. A couple of days ago I smelled smoke and tracked it to the dishwasher. The dishwasher shut down during the wash cycle and the top of the door was ridden with black soot, with the strong smell of burning electronics in the air. Quite obviously, there was a electrical fire inside the door. Thankfully, outside the odor, it did not cause damage to anything else. I do not use any drying agent and used powdered dishwasher soap. I am writing this simply as information to you.

    I purchased a Maytag dishwasher back in 2000. *(model: MDB6100AWQ: SN: 15358332YF). Since that time I had it serviced due to a Maytag recall, though I can’t remember what year that was. I have never had any problems with it until now.

    A couple of days ago I smelled smoke and tracked it to the dishwasher. The dishwasher shut down during the wash cycle and the top of the door was ridden with black soot, with the strong smell of burning electronics in the air. Quite obviously, there was a electrical fire inside the door. Thankfully, outside the odor, it did not cause damage to anything else. I do not use any drying agent and used powdered dishwasher soap.javascript:;

    Model
    MDB6100AWQ
    Serial number
    15358332YF
    Bought from
    ABT
    Bought
    Feb 1, 2000, about then
    Where
    Chicago, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  82. No one hurt

    Made Feb 19, 2012, sent to the company Feb 28, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 13, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag diswasher had an electrical fire after being repaired 2 times for electrical recall issues. Manufacuter was called and said there was nothing they could do because of the age of the dishwasher.

    After having our Maytag dishwasher repaired twice for electical problems because of recall issues. On Friday we experienced yet another electrical fire in our dishwasher. After contacting Maytag customer service we were told there is nothing that can be done because of the age of the dishwasher. Clearly there is a safety issue with this brand of dishwasher electrical wiring.

    Model
    MDB7000AWW
    Serial number
    18104308WH
    Bought from
    Best Buy
    Bought
    May 3, 1999
    Where
    Marysville, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  83. No one hurt

    Made Feb 14, 2012, sent to the company Feb 22, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 7, 2012

    The product, in the report: built-in dishwasher Model # MDB7100AWB Serial Number 27700433ZQ

    electrical fire in door of dishwasher This seems to be the same as those subject to a recall, but my serial number is not in that list. Maytag model MDB7100AWB, serial number 27700433ZQ, purchased 9/19/2001.

    Model
    MDB7100AWB
    Serial number
    27700433ZQ
    Bought from
    O’Callaghan’s, Iowa
    Bought
    Sep 19, 2001
    Where
    Des Moines, Iowa: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  84. No one hurt

    Made Feb 13, 2012, sent to the company Mar 7, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 21, 2012

    The product, in the report: Under the counter dishwasher

    The consumer said that he has the exact same problem that has been identified in recall CAP# 10-255. The heating element is broken. The case around the element is cracked. An electrical failure in the dishwasher’s heating element can pose a serious fire hazard.

    The dishwasher would cause the circuit breaker to trip. The discontinued use of the dishwasher. He had a service technician come out to look at it and the tech. said that the dishwasher was under recall.

    The consumer saw the recall approximately 5 weeks ago. The consumer contacted the firm, but he was told that his product was not included in the recall.

    The consumer is upset, because he has the exact same problem identified in the recall and he has the beginning letters and numbers mentioned in the CPSC press release.

    The CPSC entered the consumer model and serial number in the firm’s website and it indicated that his unit was not included. The consumer believes that the recall should be expanded based the problems that others may have.

    Model
    MDB8951BWS
    Serial number
    10385281NE
    Bought from
    Home Depot
    Bought
    Jun 15, 2008
    Where
    Cincinnatti, Ohio: Unspecified
    Who was involved
    Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  85. Seen by a doctor or nurse

    Made Feb 9, 2012, sent to the company Apr 13, 2012, published by CPSC Apr 27, 2012

    The product, in the report: dishwasher built-in, vented in rear of dishwasher.

    purchased 4-13-2009 at home depot, Elk River,MN, Found that the vent was located in the rear of the built in dishwasher. Since dishwasher is enclosed and covered with insulating material, the steam and moisture generated from the dishwasher has no where to go, except to saturate the insulation, the cabinets on both sides as well as the sheetrock wall behind it. Thus the dishes never dry and the walls and cabinets are damp and wet causing mold and mildew to grow in the wood cabinets as well as the drywall. We have called and have had service calls placed 6 times and were told that it was not repairable and that it was a design defect by the manufacturer, therefore not covered by the manufacture warranty or the extended warranty we purchased. The dishwasher does not preform as stated in the consumer information, has caused damage to the interior of our home and is a serious health hazard.

    Model
    MDBH980AWS1
    Serial number
    NY1416886
    Bought from
    Home Depot, Minnesota
    Bought
    Apr 13, 2009
    Where
    Big Lake, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 50, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
  86. No one hurt

    Made Feb 7, 2012, sent to the company Feb 14, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 29, 2012

    The product, in the report: stainless steel Maytag dishwasher

    Early morning on February 6, 2012 our Maytag diswasher was emmiting smoke and had blown a breaker. We had turned the dishwasher on before going to bed. The dishwasher was purchased from Pawlak Appliance Inc. and was installed on 6/01/02. Pawlaks has since gone out of business. We don’t expect an appliance to last forever but we also don’t expect it to catch fire.

    Model
    MDB6650AWS
    Serial number
    10677133YQ
    Bought from
    Al Pawlak Appliance Inc.
    Bought
    Jun 1, 2002
    Where
    Lewiston, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  87. No one hurt

    Made Feb 6, 2012, sent to the company Feb 14, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 29, 2012

    The product, in the report: black maytag dishwasher, quite series 300, modle # mdbs561awb, ser # 40551268ng

    While dishwasher was running there was a loud pop, the dishwasher never stoped running, but the heating ellement on the bottom of the machine had poped open and wires were hanging out, there was only damange to the machine it self, no one was injured.

    Model
    mdbs561awb
    Serial number
    40551268ng
    Bought from
    sears
    Where
    wonder lake, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 31, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand matag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  88. No one hurt

    Made Feb 4, 2012, sent to the company Feb 13, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 28, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher model number MDB5130AWQ,

    Maytag dishwasher started sparking and caught fire while running cycle.

    Model
    MDB5130AWQ
    Serial number
    27214814AA
    Bought from
    ABC warehouse, Michigan
    Bought
    Mar 3, 2002
    Where
    Sterling Heights, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 40, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  89. No one hurt

    Made Jan 26, 2012, sent to the company Feb 2, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 16, 2012

    The product, in the report: MAYTAG DISHWASHER, WHITE, UNDER COUNTER MOUNTED

    I started my dishwasher to run for the evening, when I selected the wash cycle, flames shot out of the top of the dishwasher from behind the control panel. I immediately went to turn off the electrical breaker and the flames went out, and there was smoke. We waited a few minutes to make sure the fire was completely out and then un-plugged the dishwasher. We are very lucky that we were home at the time of the fire, and there wasn’t much damage to our home. I happened to be in the same room and was able to react quickly. Normally I turn on my dishwasher when I leave for work in the mornings, had I done this that day, our home might have burned to the ground. We live in a rural area, so it takes the volunteer fire department a long time to respond.

    Model
    MDB7100AWW
    Serial number
    25659352ZM
    Bought from
    BUILDERS APPLIANCE MART
    Bought
    Aug 1, 2001, about then
    Where
    FLORESVILLE, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 41, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand MAYTAG, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  90. No one hurt

    Made Jan 23, 2012, sent to the company Feb 14, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 29, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    Consumer stated that she had placed the dishwasher on a normal cycle, when she returned home after being away for 3 days she noticed an odor of electrical fire. She noticed that the dishwasher was inoperable and that it had tripped the circuit breaker. The electrical component had melted inside the dishwasher.

    1/2012 Consumer contacted the manufacturer and a service rep was sent out 1/12/12 for service, the control board was replaced.

    Consumer is concerned that the dishwasher is displaying similar problems of the other dishwasher and feels that this is a fire hazard and something should be done.

    Model
    MDB7749AWM2
    UPC
    n/a
    Serial number
    F14219000
    Bought from
    Myers appliance, Ohio
    Bought
    Dec 16, 2011
    Where
    Hudosn, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  91. No one hurt

    Made Jan 18, 2012, sent to the company Jan 26, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 9, 2012

    The product, in the report: White Front, stainless interior dishwasher

    In September of 2011, I began to smell a burning plastic smell coming from my dishwasher while it was running. Each time I opened it, the smell went away and I saw nothing on the bottom burning or melting. December 2, 2011 while a load of dishes were washing, the diswasher shut off and I couldn’t get it to turn back on. It had been reset once before by a technician so I figured it needed to be reset again. As soon as my husband took the inside panel off, he saw that the wires that connect to the circut board were charred and burnt through. He was very surprised they didn’t catch on fire. I have seen that other Maytag dishwashers have had similar issues and have been recalled. I feel this model needs to be added as well. I called and talked to Maytag about the issue and they said there is nothing they can do because we did not by the extended warranty. The dishwasher was purchased March 2010, so we haven’t even had it for 2 years!

    Model
    MDB7609AWW1
    Serial number
    FY3101792
    Bought from
    Brandsmart, Georgia
    Bought
    Mar 20, 2010, about then
    Where
    Hampton, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  92. No one hurt

    Made Jan 9, 2012, sent to the company Jan 17, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag dishwasher MDB6600AWS

    Maytag dishwasher MDB6600AWS has same problem as recalled version. Heating element is staying on until opened and then will sometimes stay on after that.

    Model
    MDB6600AWS
    Serial number
    27653624GJ
    Bought from
    Rush Appliance, Illinois
    Bought
    Apr 5, 2005, about then
    Where
    Fairfield, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  93. No one hurt

    Made Jan 2, 2012, sent to the company Jan 10, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 25, 2012

    The product, in the report: Under the counter dishwasher

    The dishwasher door would not seal all of the time correctly and would cause a flood on the kitchen floor. Would not happen all of the time so you never knew when to expect the leak.

    Then the heating element coil inside the plastic tub popped. The element appears to have broken or melted apart while in the heating mode.

    Model
    PDBTT49AWW
    Serial number
    26487571GE
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Bought
    Mar 1, 2008, about then
    Where
    Pittsville, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  94. No one hurt

    Made Dec 27, 2011, sent to the company Jan 5, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 20, 2012

    The product, in the report: built in dishwasher

    in the summer of 2010 I had my Maytag dishwasher repaired for the recall on it. Then I had a recurrance yesterday. The heating element does not turn off at the end of cycle and turns on any time the dishwasher is closed. major fire hazard. maytag said they already fixed the recall once and I would have to pay to fix again. I dont think it was fixed properly, but they said I have to pay if i want it fixed.

    Model
    mdbtt50aww
    Serial number
    370707972blc
    Bought from
    sears, Florida
    Where
    orange beach, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  95. No one hurt

    Made Dec 11, 2011, sent to the company Dec 19, 2011, published by CPSC Jan 4, 2012

    The product, in the report: Maytag quiet series 100 dishwasher

    on 12/11/2011, my Maytag Dishwasher Model# MDB5600AWB, sr. # 23621945ER, overheated during regulat wash cycle and heating element would not stop causing excessive heating and smoke. My daugher was home alone and almost got burned. even after turning off the dishwasher, after five hours the heating element would not stop causing excessive heating inside the dishwasher. This is extremely dangerous FIRE hazard. we tried to reach Maytag for help, but their service centers were closed. we left email message from their website for help.

    Model
    MDB5600AWB
    Serial number
    23621945ER
    Bought from
    SEE-MORE Appliance center
    Bought
    Oct 16, 2004
    Where
    edison, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  96. No one hurt

    Made Dec 9, 2011, sent to the company Dec 16, 2011, published by CPSC Jan 3, 2012

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    Console “sparked” where digital display is. Now only partial display is shown.

    Model
    MDB6701AWS3
    UPC
    I don’t know
    Serial number
    NY2821919
    Bought from
    ABT, Illinois
    Bought
    May 1, 2009, about then
    Where
    Oak Lawn, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 43, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  97. No one hurt

    Made Nov 27, 2011, sent to the company Dec 5, 2011, published by CPSC Dec 19, 2011

    The product, in the report: Maytag quietseries 300 dishwasher in bisque....plastic tub.

    We left for Thanksgiving for 5 days, came home and our dishwasher was extremely hot.....apparently the heating element had been going the entire time we had been gone. Not only did this cost us an arm and a leg in electricity, I’m sure, but out entire house could have burned to the ground. Even now, I’m still trying to figure out how to turn it off. And, Maytag’s customer hotline which says “call anytime” is apparently closed until Monday.

    It’s a Maytag quietseries 300 and is apparently involved in a recent recall.

    I’m thankful the house didn’t burn down, but am really upset about this. And I don’t want my defective dishwasher repaired.....I want a new one. $150-$250 rebate doesn’t buy a new one, and I don’t want a stainless steel front.

    Model
    quietseries 300 E71195 type 777-0
    Serial number
    MDB5601AWQ46167182NP
    Bought from
    Ackeret Brothers
    Where
    Rib Lake, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag quietseries 300, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  98. No one hurt

    Made Nov 22, 2011, sent to the company Dec 1, 2011, published by CPSC Dec 15, 2011

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    Dishwasher did not work and called Maytag repair.They showed me both the control panel and wiring harness was totally melted and burnt.Said it would cost over 300 in parts alone to repair.Paid the 99 dollar service call and started calling Maytag customer service, as the machine was only months out of the 1 year warranty. I got nowhere with them.My wife, who is batteling lung cancer called coporate and broke down on the phone as we can not afford this right now because of medical bills, etc. They agreed to replace the panel and harness for just the service call finally. How do I know this will not happen again?After seeing reviews on the product, and tv reports they had to have known it was a defect in design.Replacing with the same parts will not fix the obvious problem

    Model
    MDBM601AWB3
    Serial number
    NYZ618152
    Bought from
    Advanced Maytag
    Bought
    Oct 8, 2009
    Where
    Schaumburg, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  99. No one hurt

    Made Nov 14, 2011, sent to the company Dec 15, 2011, published by CPSC Dec 30, 2011

    The product, in the report: Digital Maytag Dishwasher

    The consumer stated that his dishwasher smokes posing a fire hazard. The consumer stated that his dishwasher was running day prior on a normal cycle of about 90 minutes. The consumer could smell an electrical smell odor the day of the incident and concluded that it was her dishwasher. The consumer reloaded it after turning on the dishwasher and it began to smoke from the top of the door. The consumer tripped the circuit breaker to stop the smoking.

    The consumer stated that she is unsure if the wire, the plastic melted and the consumer is not sure if the wires blackened. The consumer stated that the product felt warm and there is no black residue at the top of the door. The consumer stated that the product did not blow out her circuit breaker and the consumer has left the circuit breaker disconnected from the product. The consumer stated that his product has a digital interface.

    The consumer stated that his product is similar to other models that were recalled in release 07-094 and her model was been recalled. The consumer had her product serviced as part of the recall in 2007 shortly after the recall was issued. The product states the outward appearance of the product shows no structural damage and has not caused any damage to his home. The consumer has not been injured by the product.

    The consumer opted to not call the fire department after the incident happened. The consumer has not started the product since the incident. The consumer has yet to call the firm about this incident today. The consumer stated that there response was they would fix the product at the expense of the consumer. The consumer has yet to call the retailer.

    Model
    MDB7100AWQ
    Serial number
    15056590YY
    Bought from
    Turnpike Appliances, New York
    Bought
    Nov 15, 2002, about then
    Where
    Bayside, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 56, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  100. No one hurt

    Made Nov 13, 2011, sent to the company Nov 21, 2011, published by CPSC Dec 6, 2011

    The product, in the report: Dishwasher

    Maytag dishwasher Heating element shorted causing plastic dish to catch on fire

    Model
    4170368NJ
    Serial number
    MDB8951BWB
    Bought
    Sep 16, 2008
    Where
    Downey, Idaho: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Maytag, made or sold by WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury

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Disclaimer: CPSC does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of the Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database on SaferProducts.gov, particularly with respect to information submitted by people outside of CPSC.

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