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Maytag SAV4655EWW

by Mike Sherwood
(Dundee, Oregon)

We purchased this Maytag for $449 in October of 2004 because of it's simplicity and straight forward approach. No extra bells and whistles to go wrong. Well, it turns out this model is a lemon.


In June of 2007, the transmission went out as did the triple seal kit. Grease got over several loads of laundry, spotting some expensive whites. That was fixed, but with an out of pocket expense of $120. Now, one year later, the transmission and seal kit have gone south, throwing oil all over loads again.

The repair guy came out and said, yup, the transmission and seal kit needed replacing again, only this time they won't cover the seal kit, so the total bill would be $200. The repair guy said that this model has had a LOT of problems, requiring transmission repairs galore.

So, within 4 years, this thing needs replacing, totally. I am not going to pour another $200 into a bad machine. Maytag has got to be kidding if they think people are going to plunk down $400-$500 for a washing machine only to have it break down so totally and so quickly.

My last washing machine lasted 17 years. My mothers washing machine lasted 19 years already. So this Maytag lasting for 4 years before needing replacing... you have got to be kidding me Maytag. I won't be replacing the transmission, only to have it break in another year... no, I am getting another washing machine and it won't be a Maytag



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Jul 28, 2011
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star 		Maytag SAV
by: Anonymous

Finally dumped this piece of garbage after 7 years of repair bills. Maytag makes good equipment, but this particular model was a real lemon for them; the newest machines are being upgraded because of the past reputation.
Mar 19, 2011
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star 		Maytag Junk
by: Anonymous

Machine is 5 years old and quit spinning-out and pumping on the Regular Cycle after four years Managed to limp by using other cycles. Next was the main tub bearing, costly repair. My family always bought Maytag back to the early 60's and never had any problems after years of service. The Maytag repairman would need an army to keep up with the repairs on this JUNK, I can see why he is not included in any Maytag advertising anymore!
Feb 21, 2011
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star 		Maytag (Whirlpool) gone down hill
by: Anonymous

We have owned this washing machine for just over 5 year. The motor has a 5 year warrenty. We now have to purchase a new washer because of a faulty motor. Since Maytag was bought by Whirlpool they have gone down hill. Our last two Maytag lasted from 15 to 20 years each.
Feb 11, 2011
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star 		Should have been a class action suit.
by: PO'd in MT

Ditto Ditto Ditto!!! Bought washer/dryer combo as well as a Magic Chef stove (made by the same folks) All three started having problems from the start. Two pulleys and then the pulley shaft on the dryer. Stove baked the first cake to a charcoal lump in less than 15 minutes (it went into self cleaning mode whenever it wanted.) Replaced by store. Washer squeeked, springs replaced to no avail. Now its seal leaks and the bearings etc are on their way out. No more Maytags! Huge number of problems with this SAV model line and no remedies from Maytag.
Jan 07, 2011
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star 		Bad Transmission
by: Anonymous

I recently joined the Maytag washer bad transmission club. I purchased my washer less than four years ago and the repairman just handed me an estimate for $450.00 to replace the transmission.A side noe, my Maytag dryer went out a year ago after only 4 years of service. The days of the ugly green and almond maytag washers that last twenty years are over!
Dec 29, 2010
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star 		Maytag and Americian Appliance Repair, Inc (California)
by: Burnt on Maytag, too

Wish I had read this before. I just paid over $300 for a motor to American Appliance Repair, Inc and problem still exists. Now they tell me its a transmission and a second opinion I got confirmed and told me I got royally screwed by American Appliance, inc. Yea, this machine's a piece of garbage and so American Appliance Repair, Inc of So Cal.
Dec 29, 2010
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star 		Bad washer all around
by: Anonymous

Yes this washer is piece of crap.

I have ad several problems with it including the problem that the beltassembly was mounted wrong in the factory and now it leaks from the tub seal.
Dec 29, 2010
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star 		Ditto on the Maytag SAV series
by: Trish, Pensacola, FL

Having had my initial Maytag set for nearly 20 years with no problems, I knew my next purchase would be a Maytag - boy, was I ever disappointed. Bought the SAV series in February, 2004 and now have to replace due to transmission problems and water leaks. Spoke with two repairman who said the SAV series were ridden with transmission problems - both recommended I replace rather than repair, and both recommended I purchase a Whirlpool. They told me the SAV model I had was made by Amana.
Nov 10, 2010
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star 		Piece of Junk!
by: Henry

We purchased an extended warranty, and had every single part replaced in it's five-year ownership, except the tub and chassis, and now the transmission died again! Never, ever again will I buy a Maytag. Next: Speed Queen
Aug 28, 2010
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star 		Maytag SAV4655EWW Problems
by: Steve (Anaheim Hills, CA)

My parents had Maytags, I have always had Maytags, my wife has had Maytags, so after we were married, we purchased a New Maytag Washer in 1990 and it still worked when I finally gave it to an employee in 2006 because we purchased a newer Maytag SAV4655EWW when we remodeled our house. We too had brake pad problems. 3 small pain in the ass parts to replace. And now it is 2010 and the transmission is out!!! The cheapest I saw for the part was $258. Well for another $100 I can get a new washer and believe me IT WON'T BE A DAMN MAYTAG! Unfortunately when the Maytag Man died so did the company!!!
Jul 22, 2010
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star 		Too many problems for 4 year old washer
by: Andy

I too have had problems but thankfully not as bad as those with transmission problems. Mine ate the three brake pads that hold the drum in place. They were cheap but a b!tch to replace lying down. Two years ago the contacts for the pump fused inside the timer. I cleaned them up and here I am with the timer in my hands again getting ready to buy one tomorrow morning. I guess we are supposed to overlook our experiences when it comes to replacing these prematurely sick machines? The manufacturer must think we are stupid. NOT!
Jun 04, 2010
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star 		Too late smart!
by: ohio home owners

1st new set we had was Maytag. Lasted 18 yrs.1965-1983. Then we did well with used machines.
This one purchased new in 2004,trouble from 1st month!Some of most of those problems mentioned by others.
"Old reliable Maytag name", no longer reliable!
Now shopping for something that is reliable.
May 19, 2010
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starstar 		Maytag SAV4655EWW
by: Jerry K

Bought this model in June of 2005 when the transmission on my 32 year old Model 606 gave it up. Now it's skipping the rinse and spin cycles and after a $100 service call we "suspect" it's the timer. Repair tech said a new timer would be about $125 but recommended we consider replacing it due to it's repair history.
Apr 09, 2010
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starstarstarstarstar 		where's the lemon law on washers and dryers??
by: peggy d

I thought I was the only one with this kind of luck! This model is a total lemon! I have had the transmission and milk stools replaced twice and when I approached Maytag for a refund, they sent me a form for a warranty. I've been going to the laudromat and ironically the machines there are Maytag. I'm cursed.

I am in the market for a washer and dryer - the Maytag dryer went too - I refuse to even get it looked at. Will NEVER by another Maytag.
Feb 27, 2010
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starstarstarstarstar 		Maytag SAV4655EWW
by: Tim

Same experience as others on this thread. Purchased in Sept 2003 after the previous "basic" Kenmore has lasted 14 years. Paid $400+ for if from Nebraska Furniture Mart. Made bad noises in the first year ... had work done under warranty ... 4 years later made noises and eventually quit spin cycle. Went to the Maytag web site and pulled up a technician (A&E) ... was on the phone with the guy confirming the appointment and the guy asked the model and what it was doing. Explained it and he said to replace rather than repair. (honest technician...could have taken our money)
Oct 04, 2009
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star 		Stopped after four years
by: Anonymous

Not a good machine had it only 4 years and not spinning draining water.

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