Yes, there have been several class action lawsuits against Whirlpool washing machines, primarily related to front-load washer mold and odor issues and top-load washer fire risks. The most well-known lawsuit was the Whirlpool Duet and Maytag front-load washer mold class action filed in early 2000s and settled around 2016, alleging that certain Whirlpool Duet, Maytag, and Kenmore front-load washers manufactured between 2001 and 2010 did not properly drain and had design flaws that caused mold and mildew buildup, foul odors, and residue on clothes. The settlement offered cash rebates of 50 to 500 dollars and extended warranties for affected owners. Another lawsuit concerned Whirlpool Cabrio, Maytag Bravos, and Kenmore Oasis top-load washers manufactured between 2010 and 2014, alleging that the washers could catch fire due to control board overheating or that they did not clean properly and left clothes tangled. Whirlpool offered free control board replacement and software updates. A smaller lawsuit alleged that certain Whirlpool top-load washers with low water levels did not rinse properly. In 2023, there was also a class action regarding Whirlpool washers with load sensing that allegedly under-filled water. Most cases resulted in extended warranties, free repairs, and small cash payments rather than full refunds. To check if your washer is affected, search at cpsc.gov and at Whirlpool's recall site or call 1-800-253-1301 with your model and serial number.
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