Maytag Microwaves Reviews

We bought a New Condo, all New Maytag appliances with a 10 yr. warranty, the microwave is a built-in model. I can't believe we've only been here a year and eight months and it just stop working. We use it for heating and short timed cooking like 1 to 2 minutes. I would think a name brand product would last a lot longer than this. I had an off brand microwave for five years before the condo. A couple of times the microwave door didn't close, I thought I forgot to close it. But after reading your reviews I now realize it's one of the defects of the product. I called the Maytag company, they informed me that if a serviceman come out to fix it, it will cost me $180 until they can determine if the cause is something covered by their warranty??? The Home Builders bought Maytag junk and passed us the cost, now Maytag wants me to pay to see if their junk can be fixed??? Wow!!! This is unbelievable!

Bought and installed 2016. The door not staying latched WHEN OPERATING began same year. So had to make sure to triple check door before operation. Then in 2017 the stupid thing keeps coming on by itself. We'd be sitting in the living room and hear it come on! Now it is unplugged. What a disappointment from such a well known company. I guarantee the replacement will NOT be a Maytag.

Model number MMV4205. Purchased this microwave on 1/28/2017 and had to schedule a repair for the Open/Close Door malfunction almost immediately. This issue has been on and off for the entire year and in most cases seems to resolve itself within 24 hours. Two days ago it became suddenly much worse and the microwave is unusable. A repair technician is scheduled to come out next week so that will be a total of 7 days without use of microwave. The warranty is up at the end of this month. Very disappointed in Maytag and will never purchase another Maytag appliance in the future.

Bought a Maytag microwave model MMV4205DS and I too have had an issue with open/close door display. Just like other reviews I've read it started out once in a while for the first year then began happening more often til it stopped working by the second year. I also read someone asking why there isn't a class action lawsuit? Good question. Way too many bad reviews on same issue. If I knew how and if we could start one then I would. Thought we could trust a company that's been around for so many years. Wish we had check into it more and I have learned from other products to do just that from now on. Have a backup microwave by GE from WalMart we've had for 10 yrs still working.

Purchased a Maytag OTR microwave in May of 2017. Started having issues with the Open/Close Door malfunction by September. Repair came out and essentially told us to keep opening and closing until it worked. It is January 2018 and the issue has gotten worse. My question is, since Maytag is keenly aware of the problem and has for years, based on other reviewers on here, why hasn't a class action lawsuit been filed? These appliances are expensive and it sounds like many of us have been taken to the cleaners!

I bought the product thinking Maytag - should last a long time. Sadly I was wrong. Bought the microwave from Home Depot in May, 2016 and had it installed by them. The product worked fine for the first 14 months. In fact I thought it was great. It was quiet, heated things quickly - a great product. In July, 2017 I started having problems. The product would start. I was getting a message to 'Close the door' to start the microwave, even though it was closed. When this would happen I noticed that when the door was open, the light wouldn't come on. It would require multiple open/close until finally the light would come on (when door was open). Only then, when I closed the door would the microwave operated as it should. I lived with this inconvenience until Dec, 2017. Of course - over the holidays is when it decided to quit working entirely.

So we bought the whole Maytag kitchen appliance FZ (fingerprint resistant) series suite. That was such a mistake! I'd give the part numbers but I think this applies to Maytag in general as it sounds like all of their appliances suck. Ours are 1½ year old and I already want new ones. Over $3,600 for junk. We knew it was no Viking or Sub Zero but didn't expect to flush $4k down the toilet either.

Less than 2 years old model MMV5219DH started saying door wasn't closed. Called & they said only the microtron was covered. Then a day later the whole thing doesn't work. Looked at all the reviews and find this is a common problem and that Maytag no longer makes a good product and does not stand by their so called 10 year limited warranties. Also that Whirlpool & Frigidaire all also made by them. Will not buy any of them again.

We purchased this product (Maytag OTR Microwave/hood) Mar. 2016, along with a bunch of other Maytag appliances (so that they match). One year in, we got the infamous open/close door error. It's a pain, and I was thinking of replacing the sensors. HOWEVER, the darn thing went ** up a few days ago! NOTHING works. It is like it is unplugged. We've checked the breakers and the plug in. All of that is fine. Why is it that the Wal-Mart Microwave I bought for $50 nearly 20 years ago still works like a charm? This is a real lemon. STAY AWAY!!!

I have just joined the open and close the door Maytag Club. Purchased four Maytag products on Black Friday 2017 as I always trusted Maytag. Only disappointed to have my microwave (MMV4205D-4) come down with the virus (open & close door) that has plagued so many unsuspected owners. Almost made its 1st year anniversary. Now I see this has been going on for years and all they do is add different model numbers at the end. Luckily I'm in the 1 year warranty and repairman coming next week. Now I question if I should take the extended warranty as I see this is going to happen again down the road. And will the extended warranty cover it? Guess the Maytag repairman isn't sitting and waiting for repair call anymore. He is being kept busy!

I, too, am absolutely done with ANYthing Maytag. We purchased our Maytag microwave model MMV4205DS-1 in January of 2016. Within the first year we experienced occasional "open/close door" issues due to the faulty door latch switches. Now it happens virtually all of the time. The "ten year warranty" is a joke; it is just a come-on designed to deliver a false sense of security that Maytag will indeed stand behind their worthless products when in fact they won't. I am so disgusted with them.

Door switches bad after 18 months of little use. We are a retired couple in Florida and spend half our time up north. Maytag has a big tag attached that boast 10 year warranty. Turns out that it's a very mis-leading warranty. It only covers parts if you can prove them defective, per customer service. NEVER AGAIN WILL I BUY A MAYTAG ANYTHING.

I bought my microwave in Nov of 2015. We began having problems in April 2017. When you cook or warm something up it gets hot. The light won't come on and the display continues to say open/close door. After about 4 hours of cool down time it may or may not restart. After contacting Maytag I was told I should have purchased the warranty. They also informed me that they do not have repairman in my area. We have just replaced all appliances with Maytag so now I am concerned they are all junk. We did buy warranties on the major appliances, but how will they repair with no repairman in my area.

Under no circumstances should anyone buy an MMV4205DE or maybe any Maytag microwave. These units contain defective door switches and will fail within a year rendering the unit useless. The engineer that got the bright idea to protect us from starting the microwave without opening and closing the door along with the engineer that designed the defective switch scheme should be fired immediately.

Do not purchase this microwave! I checked the reviews and thought they couldn't all have the same problem. THEY DO! This Maytag Microwave MMV4205DS1 has some faulty switch in the door latch mechanism. The warranty repair company came and adjusted the switches... and then fully replaced the switches. Each time it worked for about 30-60 days and then the same error would repeat itself. Never resolved... buying a different microwave. Be sure to check all reviews for repetitive complaints.

In April 17, 2015, I purchased another Maytag microwave but wanted the convection oven too from Home Depot. The convection fan quit working in January 2017. I called Maytag to ask how this was covered. Maytag only has 1 year warranty on parts and labor. So basically if you don't buy an extended warranty, you are stuck with a product that quits working. Apparently, Maytag's work is only good for 1 year or they would have a longer warranty. I told the Rep this when I spoke to him. He told me they normally last 5-7 years. Wow, still not acceptable. He said I had two options. Maytag could send out a repairman and it would cost almost $300. The other option was just as ridiculous. I told him I paid almost $500 to start with and it only lasted 21 months.

It's mounted above the stove, ten years old and still looks & operates like brand new. Have never had a problem with it and it's used almost daily. From heating up food to making dinner & popcorn. This is the longest lasting microwave I've ever purchased. Maytag made a great product.

I love using my microwave because everytime I am in a hurry, like going to work and my kids to school and don't have time to cook or we don't like to eat outside fast food I cook healthy the night before and microwave it the next day and it just feels like the food is just made. It taste so good my kids and husband love it.

We purchased Maytag microwave (MMV4205DH1) less than two years ago. Within the first year, the microwave would not work and we would see an Open and Close Door message. We had it repaired and now 10 months later it is doing the same thing. The cost of repairs is high--the same as a new microwave. We have been inconvenienced throughout the holidays by our broken appliance. Disappointed.

Bought a Maytag Microwave in 2015, Model #MMV4205-1. It worked fine at first. Now the open close door message comes on, and it doesn't work all the time. Well after a week of that, now it blows the breaker when the door is opened. After reading all of the complaints on this site, I wish the consumer protection would make Maytag do something about this product. More Chinese products and corporations ripping off American consumers.

MMV5207BAQ purchased in Feb 2009. I paid $512.00. 5-09 Bob Miller's Appliance replaced the door because it bubbled. 10-11 Bob Miller appliance replace the door because the handle broke off. 3-12 Bob Miller appliance replace the door because the handle broke off. 10-16 Door handle broke off again under normal wear and tear. 12/14/16 I went to Bob Millers Appliances and was told to contact Whirlpool. 12/16/16 I called Whirlpool, Tina said, yes it is excessive but it is not under warranty and they do not make the microwave any longer and they can't do anything to repair it and they can not fix the issue. I find it how to believe I'm the only person who has had this issue. I don't have kids. It's only me that uses it.

We purchased the MMV4205DS over the range microwave in June of 2015 & installed it in July the same year. We purchased the matching range & a dishwasher at the same time as they were running a promo of $150 rebate if all 3 were purchased. They denied us of $50 of the rebate & stated that all of the paperwork was not submitted on time. We received rebates on 2 of the appliances & paperwork for all. 3 were in the same mailing. Hmmm. We were told a 3rd party handles their rebate program. So much for taking ownership. Yesterday the "door open" message appeared on the control panel of the microwave & now there is nothing; no light, no fan--completely dead. So much for buying American. Maytag does not see that this is a problem? Do NOT buy Maytag!!!

I have always thought of Maytag being the quality manufacturer of appliance products. We purchased a Maytag microwave (MMV4205DH-1) and after just two years it has begun to give us grief (we are in our early 70's, no family at home, so appliance receives medium usage). We constantly get the open/door message when we are trying to set the timer for operation. We open and close, open and close, etc. Just yesterday my wife noticed a slight crack on the door just below the handle, most likely due to frequent open and closing. Went online and read a number of reviews and found many others have had same or similar issues. Done with Maytag.

Maytag Model # MMV4205DS - First Maytag microwave lasted just over a year before it quit. Replaced with same model to avoid install hassle and 1 year and 4 months later got the dreaded open and close door message. Read so many horror stories about repair service for Maytag that I decided not to bother and purchased a GE. I will never ever, ever buy anything Maytag ever again...

Also purchase the Maytag MMV405DS-1 over the stove microwave and in less than one year the light kept going out and the unit functions at no regular frequency. The unit is now out of warranty but service is coming to look at the problem again this week because we reported the problem within warranty. Maytag needs to be accountable for selling a lemon which I can only guess has a bad motherboard that they do not want to replace.

I bought a Maytag microwave in Feb of '16. Six months later, last August, it stopped working correctly (light doesn't come on, will not start, continually says "open/close door to start"). I have been trying for THREE MONTHS to have this fixed. Multiple calls to Maytag have resulted in nothing but empty promises. Calls to the store where we purchased it do no good - "you have to call Maytag." We got 6 months use out of a Maytag microwave which we paid EXTRA to have installed. At this point I don't want it fixed. I want it replaced. The Maytag brand used to stand for durability and integrity; now it stands for badly made products and pathetic customer service. Look up my phone number on your computers, Maytag, and you will see all the efforts I've made to get this fixed.

Product number MMV4205DS. Beautiful, felt solid. Right away when we would put in a time to cook and hit start, the thing would say "Open Close Door". First we thought it was moisture, and we would wipe the seal, then lifting the door a little helped. A month might go by and we would repeat this process. I did a little research and found the microwave is known for this. After the warranty was up, it got worse. My husband put a little screwdriver in the door clamp. The plastic guard that held the door shut fell behind the opening.

Maytag Microwave MMV4205DW-1 - This microwave made it one year and one month before the door would no longer latch shut and the control panel stopped working altogether. Called Maytag and was told not under warranty. It was going to cost more to repair than to purchase a new microwave that was a different brand.

Bought a new Maytag Over the stove model Microwave from Lowe's. It worked fine for a while. Then it started saying "open close door." We opened the door and closed it, and sometimes it would work. This went on for a while till it finally would not work at all. Called for repair, the service guy came and took it apart and one of the door switches needed adjusting. He left and it was working, good deal. 2 days later open close door started all over again. We found if we lifted the door when closing it, then it would work sometimes, until one day it would no longer work. We called for another appointment, and got a new company to fix it called ABCO. The service guy showed up and tightened a screw and it worked again, said the other service guy might have forgot to tighten it down. I tried it and it worked. We did not touch it again till next morning and back to open close door again.

I bought this over the range Maytag microwave model MMV4205DH-1 5 months ago and today a hairline crack appeared alongside the door handle. I called Maytag to find out how I can get this repaired since, as time progresses, it will become worse due to using the handle to open and close the microwave. I was told this was a 'cosmetic' warranty which expired after 30 days. They would fix it only if the microwave couldn't be opened. Apparently, the handle can become loose but as long as the door opens, they won't do anything.

We purchased an entire suite of Maytag kitchen appliances in September 2014 at a cost of $4300. Have had problems with every single item. The MMV5219DH microwave was the first issue. After a year it began to give us erroneous display messages when we tried to use it. We would input the number of minutes we wanted the food to cook, and we'd get a message saying CHK TIME/OPEN DOOR. Repeated door closings, resets of the time, etc. did nothing. Sometimes if we hit "cancel" it would work - other times not. We'd push every button on the keyboard and eventually we'd get it to work - perhaps 10 minutes later. When I called the appliance store (Vic's Appliances in Saco Maine) I was told to unplug it for an hour. Okay, that corrected the issue - for a few days.

This is the best microwave that we have ever purchased. I especially like the baked potato choice. It's also very easy to use and clean. I would definitely recommend it.

Purchased 4 Maytag kitchen appliances - stove, double oven, fridge, dishwasher - was told that they were all made in the USA. WRONG. The microwave comes from China - not sure why Maytag is not being honest. Not happy with my purchases - even though we spent $4000 to "buy American." Warranty service is awful - even extended warranty is a joke. Would never purchase Maytag again.

We use it only defrosting and re-heating. It is annoying because you cannot select a specific food for these two features and even the lowest setting is too long to heat a cup of liquid.

We learned the hard way that everything Maytag makes is garbage. The same company makes Whirlpool, Frigidaire, etc. Disgusting thing is apparently most appliances now are very poor quality. According to experts this is because there isn't much competition in this industry.

Since having this installed, it's done just about everything from preparing an entire meal to simple heat ups! Our unit came complete with a stainless steel finish (to join all the other stainless finished appliances) and its cooking ability is absolutely tremendous! The controls are easy to reach, and understand and cook exactly as promised! I would, and have, recommended this product to family and friends and will continue to do so!

My complaint is not against Home Depot but Maytag Products. They are inferior products. Stay away from Maytag! Note: We are in our mid-to late 60's, no kids using these products and they do not get a lot of wear and tear. Maytag Microwave: MMV 4205DS-0, May 29, 2014 we purchased Maytag appliances for our kitchen (stove and microwave from Home Depot). I liked the 10 year metal warranty plate attached to the front "limited warranty" of the microwave. This means nothing! They cover the stainless cavity of the microwave (a part that will never go bad). June 3, 2014 this microwave was delivered. Thanksgiving, the microwave went out November 30, 2015 this was replaced with GE Profile Model JVM3160RFSS for $178.

First failed after 16 months. Second twice in 15 months. They are lucky to last 16-24 months. Stupid for a microwave that normally last 5 plus years for every other brand I ever bought.

Didn't even want to put 1 star but that is the lowest you can give. Maytag microwave less than a year old paid $350. Door clasp broke. Took two weeks to send a repairman out, he came out and of course did not have the part -- took another week to get it. Fixed the door and then he crashed and burned the microwave shorted it out and now it is totally dead. That was 2 1/2 weeks ago. Maytag refuses to replace the microwave and insists that the same incompetent service company come out and fix it.

Yes... It is out of warranty but is in pristine condition, used infrequently and is like new; however, the Maytag company doesn't care that I own all their appliances & offers me a new one after reporting a failed magnetron at a 'discount' price... Which is more than I could buy one locally. They are now on my list for junk appliances with GE. They are uncaring and don't appreciate loyalty from their customers. Go for another company that isn't a conglomerate... "Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Gladiator GarageWorks, Inglis, Estate, Brastemp, Bauknecht, Indesit and Consul are ONE company!

The light under the hood burned out fairly quickly and so I went to the hardware to get a new bulb and brought the one that came with it, and said she didn't know why that bulb was in it. So she gave me a bulb for microwaves and it too burned out. So I called service and she said because I purchased it in 2013 it's 6 months past due on warranty but hemmed and hawed, wondering if I would have to pay a technician to come out, and said it could be a fuse or some wiring issues. Hmmm, good to know. I hope that is all I have problems with. I purchased fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave with them. Also have dryer but no problems with that. It has been at least 10 yrs, knock on wood, LOL.

We loved the Maytag Over-the-Range Microwave MMV5208WW with the oscillating tray, rather than the rotating turntable, but after only three years the magnetron tube failed and the cost of the tube plus installation was about 80% of the cost of a new unit. I've read many reviews of other people having only 2-3 years of tube life. I would buy another brand, but saw that Maytag is now offering a 10 year warranty. They make another oscillating tray model, but it is not available in the United States, after being misinformed by Maytag customer service people on three different phone calls.

Purchased a Maytag microwave model MMV5219DS-1. This was a big mistake! First time we used the microwave the wife did not cover the food and a little splattered onto the door glass (plastic to be correct). The microwave promptly heated the splatter on the door plastic and melted a hole in the plastic. Now whenever we use the microwave the whole door fills with condensation and fogs up. This makes no sense at all, the inside layer is plastic and the outside layer is glass??? Our old Kenmore microwave is glass on the inside and plastic on the outside, never had a problem.

Are you kidding me??? The part alone would be around $160. What has happened to Maytag? I thought they had a good name. :( Very disappointed.

Because of the power of advertising, we replaced every appliance in our home in 2005 with Maytags. Since then, we've had minor problems with the stove and dryer, many problems with the dishwasher and washing machine, and complete failure of two Maytag microwaves, the last one was only two years old. The washing machine failures resulted in major flood damage two separate times due to two separate failures. Our refrigerator, model MBB2256GEW, has yet to let us down, however, since new it makes loud snapping noises that wake us up at night. It sounds like someone banging two large sticks together. Fortunately, I can repair most of these issues when they arise, but I'd much rather get some rest like the Maytag repair man...

I purchased a Maytag Microwave Oven MMV5208 WS 1 from Home Depot less than two years ago. Mine was actually manufactured in April 2013 according to the ID tag. A couple of months ago it started acting up because a switch when the door closes began to malfunction and you had to open and close the door several times to get the microwave started. Then all of a sudden when you set the timer and pushed the start button it would flash on and immediately shut off. This is extremely frustrating because I paid more than $400.00 and purchased it less than two years ago. I am disappointed because Maytag advertises its reliability and this microwave is anything but reliable.

The microwave is 5 years 6 months since purchase model MMV4203DS. Fire started at rack clip left front rack, was cooking bacon. Called Maytag and according to them and manual on page 3 is only for 2-level cooking to avoid damage to microwave oven. DOES NOT SAY WILL CATCH FIRE OR THE RACK CAUSES SPARKS AND BACON SHOULD NOT BE COOKED IN A MAYTAG MICROWAVE. But according to Representatives of MAYTAG ** it's my fault for not reading my manual. YES AND NOT HAVING THE SERIAL NUMBER THAT IS ON A PAPER TAG IN THE WHIP ZONE. The was gone from keeping it clean faded out. So I cannot be helped without the model and serial number.

My Maytag model MMV4205BAB microwave turns on and heats when the door is closed. We paid a lot of $$ for this overhead microwave and it has not been a satisfactory product. The turntable broke within a couple of months and now this. I'm afraid it will burn my house down. This is a defective product and in my opinion it should be recalled. I have read several other posts about this exact model and problem. We purchased all Maytag appliances for our new home and we have had problems with all of them. The auger on the ice maker on the freezer broke within a couple of months. The handle on the oven door broke off while the builder was installing the appliances, and the top of the line dishwasher doesn't clean the dishes. It leave deposits on everything, no matter the detergent used. I'll never purchase Maytag again!

I am disappointed in my Maytag Microwave with a door handle breaking off & finding out it needs a complete door as this is HOW they make them now!!! The new door costs $250.00!!! What has happened to the dependable Maytag I knew?? They are GONE!! No MORE Maytag's for my family & friends!

MMV1153BAB - Purchased 11/2007, completely died 2013. This appliance combo left us without a hood light and exhaust fan. What a waste of money!! Worked fine, wasn't abused & one day DEAD!! I guess compared to some people we at least got a few years.

Purchased a Maytag microwave/range hood in 2005. So yes, it is almost 10 years old but should the handle break off in one's hand? I would say poor material is the culprit. No use contacting the company by the looks of it... they don't stand by their product. Warranty says 10 years but broken handle would likely be 'cosmetic...'

On June 17, 2013, we purchased this over the stove microwave for my elderly parents. They use it daily to heat their lunches. In December 2014, it would stop turning and finally in January 2015 it completely died... no heating and no turning. The technician quoted a repair at $200 when we only paid a little more to purchase it.

I purchased this 4 years ago from Home Depot. Within a few months the turntable motor broke and was fixed under warranty. Next the metal right side of the case had a very noisy vibration every time the magnatron turned on... repaired by extended warranty that I purchased. It was quiet for a while, but noise returned, by out of warranty, so lived with it. Yesterday the unit worked and a few hours later started beeping repeatedly like item needed to be removed, but I hadn't put anything in it. The clock screen showed "E5" and no matter what buttons I pushed it would not reset or clear. I turned off the breaker, let it rest and turned it back on... same "E5" message. It is not worth a call for service at $85 plus parts, so replacing it.

I purchased and installed a high end MAYTAG above the stove microwave. After 3 years of light use I hear an electric cracking sound and it dies. Of course no warranty coverage. Model MMV5208WB-1. I have to conclude MAYTAG builds junk and does not stand behind what they sell.

We purchased the Maytag over the range microwave December 2014. Three months after installing it the door cracked. Maytag did replace the door and the repairman thought it might be due to the heat from the stove (huh, it was designed to go over the stove, where there will be heat). Now, six months after that, the layers of plastic on the door are separating and the piece around the control panel is cracked. Maytag agreed to replace the control panel but refuse to replace the door as it is only cosmetic (their words). So much for paying a little extra for what we thought would be a quality product. It seems to me that if something was made to go over the stove, it should be made to withstand the heat.

We purchased this microwave in Jan. 2012 to accompany a Maytag double oven for our kitchen remodel. Last night while using the microwave, 2 sparks shot up out of the top of the microwave and an electrical surge noise. I quickly un-plugged the appliance. The next day I attempted to use the microwave again and dense electrical smelling smoke poured from the top of the microwave, again un-plugged the machine. I have called an appliance repairman since the 1 year warranty is up. This machine is not even 2 years old and we will never again purchase a Maytag product. PS If the problem is the magnetron (whatever that is) I will contact Maytag for the warranty information.

We purchased a gas range and over the range Maytag microwave a few years back and have had problem after problem with the microwave. We've had 3-4, maybe more, repairman here and they replaced pretty much everything. It's been going for about a couple years now without a service call, but it went out again today. Very frustrating when you spend good money on junk. We are now to the point that we either replace it with another brand or we just put in a hood and have a microwave on the counter. Just so frustrating. I would not recommend Maytag over the range microwave to anyone!

In late March or early April 2010, I purchased a Maytag Microwave from Sears in Ocean, New Jersey. The microwave was installed by Sears technicians on April 9, 2010. The total price for the microwave and installation was $356.53. I specifically purchased the Maytag brand because of Maytag's longstanding reputation for quality products with long lifespans.

Buyer Beware!! Purchased my Maytag over the range microwave in May of 2014. It has a manufacture date of Feb. 2014, and it is now Sept. 2014. It is a very nice looking unit but a bit oversized. My handyman that installed it had to raise my cabinets above my stove two inches to avoid it being too close to the range. The motor is pretty loud and It often times does not heat evenly. The light on the unit that shines down on the range is not much better than the power of a night light which is a bit disappointing considering it looks like a higher end unit, and down to the reason I am writing this review today is that for the first time I went to change the bulb.

I moved into my home in July 2013. My kitchen came with all stainless appliances that appeared and seemed to be in excellent shape. I have been using the Whirlpool Microwave oven to heat foods (all in microwave safe) containers and dishes. This morning, I was heating a muffin, when suddenly I hear popping. When I looked through the glass into the inside of the microwave I saw sparks then flames. I immediately stopped the microwave. The fire apparently started in the area of one clip that holds the metal rack inside. In researching this issue online, I found hundreds of complaints from people who have experienced the same issue, and Whirlpool refused to replace the unit because it is out of warranty.

I've had this Maytag microwave for about 4 years and the magnetron had to be replaced. The keypad was replaced three times due to SE code shutting down unit which happened again. When I explained this to Maytag, they said it is out of warranty. I explained to them that the last keypad which was replaced was only 6 months old. They replied but the unit is out of warranty! I would never recommend Maytag or any affiliated companies to anyone.

After only 2 years my microwave stopped working. Now I can purchase a new warranty which is just as much as a new microwave, have somebody come out and fix it, or pay a service charge which is just under $100 and does not include labor and parts. I figured out now why nobody calls the Maytag repairman. We can't afford it!

I seem to be just another unhappy Maytag microwave oven customer. The SE code indicates a bad/faulty/short in the keypad. It seems this is a very common issue so buyers beware! If I don't get this resolved, I will no longer buy Maytag/Whirlpool products.

I took it back to the dealer and after a lot of discussion it turned out that MayTag had to replace it. I was given a case number. I called Maytag and was told replacement could take 4 -3 weeks. I could purchase a new microwave and have it by Friday may 16th much sooner than Maytag could do.

Shortly after having this appliance custom wired and installed into the kitchen cabinets above our gas range, we found that the microwave no longer worked. The window where the digital clock shows the time instead Showed "SE". I hit the clear button and the microwave once again worked. This happened again on many occasions and the clear button corrected this malfunction. Now this has happened once again but nothing I've attempted clears the "System Error" or reboots the microwave's brain. I've contacted many appliance repairmen but as soon as I mention "Maytag" they inform me not to repair the microwave as it costs more to repair than to replace. I've attempted to purchase a new circuit board and repair it myself but no one has the part available. This appliance was purchased in April, 2009. Can anyone recommend a Microwave Brand as a replacement for this disappointment?

I purchased high end Maytag washer, dryer, dishwasher and microwave in May 2010. On Saturday 4/25/14, the Maytag Microwave stopped heating. The fan runs, the panel, display, lights, clock, and tray all work. It just doesn't cook. The Microwave was installed in June of 2010. Not even 4 years old. I have tried to troubleshoot via the instructions that came with the microwave, i.e. Check the demo mode is not on. Don't know why after 3 yrs it would be, but checked it. No help. Pulled the plug out and replaced; turned breaker on and off; checked to see if it's was locked. Nothing. I then checked the door and I found that the plastic inside panel on the latching side of the door is pulling away from the door itself, which is part of the locking system. The magnetron shouldn't work if the door system isn't closing properly. The latch system is what is causing the door to pull apart.

Just after the warranty expired it broke.

My 2.5 year old hood range microwave stopped heating. I called repair guy, he charged $115.00 for barely a half hour and said he tightened a part and it should be fine OR the part would need to be replaced. Guess what!... That night microwave is still not heating anything. Dino's Appliance Repair is responsible to repair but Maytag doesn't stand behind its product. How do I get my money back when a repair doesn't repair anything? I won't buy Maytag again or GE.

I purchased all Maytag products for my new home three years age. The dishwasher stopped working 13 months after we purchased it. Since the home was under renovations for the first month, we only actually used it for 12 months. When I called Maytag, they told me that it was either the control panel or mother board and that they could not do anything because the warranty was only for 1 year... and didn't offer me anything to make good on this...

Every appliance in my kitchen is Maytag. I went with Maytag because it's made in America and now I'm annoyed. The microwave died after about 5 years and since I had a spare, I have yet to repair it. I am just now removing the panel to see what's going on in the inside so I can replace whatever broken part is broken. The double oven I have I've had to repair twice. Once I had to replace a capacitor on the board because it blew. It cost me zero to replace it as I have an old home theater system I part out. The next item was the control pad itself which I tried to repair but had to replace for $200.

My microwave is just 3 yrs old. SE error. Yeah, what a crock...Such junk. However, if we would just manufacture everything in the USA not only would we get better quality, but we would have more jobs. USA stop selling out to cheaper countries and pumping out more volume for less overhead.

One year ago I bought a Maytag Micro-wave and a Maytag dishwasher - big mistake. I should have done some homework. I had problems with the dishwasher since the day it was installed. I should have suspected something was wrong when it was delivered. I opened my front door and there stood a deliveryman holding my dishwasher in his arms. He said, "Where do you want it?" I couldn't believe he could be carrying it by himself, especially since it took three of us to move out the old Thermador which by the way was still working just fine after almost 30 years. But my wife insisted on a new washer for her new kitchen.

I purchase all new appliances in 2010 when I built my new home. The dishwasher, stove, and over the stove microwave are Maytag. Thank goodness my refrigerator is a Kenmore. My microwave is coming up with the SE or 5E code and won't work. It would cost more to have a repairman come out and fix than to buy a new one. And from the reviews I have read it would just happen again. I can't believe with all the complaints about Maytag that any stores are still selling them. This company should be sued for selling such pieces of junk and taking our hard earned money for them. Never ever buy a Maytag anything!!!

Model MMV4205BAW. I went to open the door to use and the glass shattered. It had not been used in the last 24 hours. No explanation.

I remodeled my kitchen last year. I purchased a stove, a dishwasher and a built-in microwave. Two days ago, I was trying to cook rice in the microwave. I changed the heat to 50% to cook the rice, started to cook and I heard this awful noise like a shot gun went off in the kitchen but the microwave was still going, I opened the microwave door and then I turned on the microwave again. At that time, it started to rattle on top of the microwave and shorted out. Black smoke was come out and I saw fire coming from the same area on the right upper corner. I got up on a step that I have and blew away the flames which were not big but if I were not in the kitchen, it may have caused a fire.

I had this microwave less than a year. The control panel went out and Maytag fixed it. Now a year and a half later, the same thing happened. This product was almost $400 at the time we purchased it. I have had better luck with $40 microwaves.

I have bought Maytag products for years. I have a white Maytag microwave that is about 3 years old. It was given to me at 1 yr. old by my sister-in-law when she decided to splurge and create her dream kitchen and went with stainless. The door handle broke in the first year. We glued it. It just recently completely fell off completely-snapping at both ends. I am calling Maytag and attempting to have it repaired. I am otherwise very pleased with this appliance. I have had other microwaves for many years without this happening. I'm hoping they will agree to repair.

I purchased a Maytag over the range microwave a couple of years ago when I had my kitchen remodeled. I have had it repaired twice already. Each time, it cost over $150. I bought this product with confidence that it was a quality product. To say the least, I am very disappointed and I will never buy this brand again. My previous microwave lasted over 15 years without a single problem. The only reason that I got rid of it was to have matching appliances. It was not a Maytag. I am looking to buy a new microwave and I will be sure to look at the reviews to prevent being suckered again!

I had the microwave serviced and they heated a cup of water which was fine. I heat food on the tray and only one side gets heated. I have to turn the plate to heat the rest of the food. I never had that problem with a turntable microwave. I cannot understand why they are still selling this inferior product. Maytag used to have excellent products. What happened to this company?

Both the microwave and French door fridge handles are crap. The microwave has completely broken and the fridge is very loose and will soon break, I'm sure. Both are less than 5 years old. I will never buy Maytag again.

I've had my Maytag microwave (MMV4203DS00) for a little over two years. I started getting SE error code. The control touch pad membrane is shorted out. I suspect because the design doesn't allow it to be an over-the-range even though that's the kind of microwave it is! I think the humidity from the burners shorted out the membrane. I called the company and the part would cost approximately $180 for me to fix myself. I have a really hard time believing that one part of a $200 microwave costs $180. Ridiculous. It appears this microwave is designed to fail. Customer service was rude and snarky. The company doesn't appear to stand behind their product. Maytag used to mean something. I had started to replace all my kitchen appliances - microwave, then stove. I thought I'd be consistent and buy Maytag based on their reputation. I will never buy Maytag again.

My Maytag microwave MMV4205BAB gave out this a.m...again. I bought it in 2008. The repairman has become a close personal friend because he visits so often. In Jan. 2012, I bought an extended warranty, which expired in Jan 2013. This is the best example of planned obsolescence I've ever seen. We wish we had kept our GE with the broken handle, which we had for 20 years with no other problems than that. If you are wise, do not buy Maytag.

In the winter of 2007, we remodeled our kitchen and bought all new Maytag appliances. They cost a little more but we felt that we were getting a good quality product. Within months, the handle on the freezer became loose and I had to call for a repairman to tighten it. He told me we should buy the extended warranty because only a trained repairman could fix the handle. That turned out to be untrue thankfully because if it was true, I would have to call for repair at least once a month. The handle is constantly coming loose. A few months later, the microwave would turn on when the door was closed. I called repair as it was still under warranty. After he removed and replaced the door, I was told that we have to be careful when we close the microwave. There was nothing he could do to stop the problem. Approximately three years after we purchased the appliances, we had a problem with the dishwasher. We could only use one function; the others would not work.

I'm furious beyond belief with Maytag. I'm furious at myself for being stupid enough to purchase all new Maytag appliances when I purchased this home as I had horrible experiences with them in my former home. This concerns the Maytag over the range microwave oven model MMV4205AA. First of all, within 6 or 7 months after purchasing it while cooking a frozen dinner, the turntable just cracked in half. Maytag wanted $89 to replace it. I knew when the turntable cracked that there were more issues to come. That is not normal in any way for that to occur in a microwave.

I bought 4 appliances - stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave. Just after 1 year, our dishwasher stopped working. Serviceman said it was the motherboard. I had to talk with a supervisor in customer service to get it covered and found that it was only a switch that was bad. Next, our ice maker overflowed with water, causing damage to our new hardwood floor. Again, I had to talk with a supervisor to get this covered and I did not file a claim for the floor. Then, our stove shut down. Repairman found that a wire was shoved into the top box, causing them to be exposed and shorting out the system. Now 2 years and 4 months, our microwave is not heating and I have to call for service. This was a brand-new kitchen that was remodeled and all appliances were new.

I started hearing the Maytag Microwave MMV4203DW00 beeping this morning after breakfast. I had not used it since the night before to heat up soup in a Corning Ware bowl. It's doing that 5E thing and nothing on the control panel works. I've unplugged it, waited, plugged it back in and the same thing. It starts off saying Select Clock and 5E and then stops on the 5E. I bought this in Aug. 2010 and it is vented out the wall. Of course, that doesn't work now. The metal rack has never been put in it. I'm single and the only one who uses it and I don't use it very much either. And this model only got the one 40-watt regular bulb over the range - lousy. And it doesn't work now either. And the control panel lights up orange. Had I known that, I would have never bought it in the first place. Of course, the stupid orange 5E lights up. I'm unplugging it for good. It's not worth fixing. Do not buy this microwave!

Touch pad malfunctioned after 12 months - The unit continues to beep constantly and will not accept any command. It displays "5e," which appears to be "short in touch pad." The company indicated that it is not covered by warranty. The only options - replace the unit or install a new controller at DIY cost of $80.

Maytag microwave MMV4205BAB - I purchased this microwave in 2007. By 2009, the whole inside was peeling down to the metal. Under the glass plate, the bottom is all rusted. I've called customer service every year since 2009 and they say the same thing. No extended warranty, nothing they can do. They acknowledged that this was not normal, but they did nothing! Do not buy anything from Maytag. If you do, buy all of the expensive warranties or you will be sorry like I am.

I remodeled my kitchen, put in all new Maytag Almond appliances washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave oven. I was pleased with everything but the stove. The stove was $800.00. The oven caught fire three times and smoked up my house. I replaced the stove with another brand, cheaper and safer. I moved to a new house, five years later, bought all Maytag appliances stainless steel. The hinge on the deli tray broke, the inside is thin plastic, not covered in extended warranty. The stove caught fire (I didn't learn the first time around)! The microwave has a thin, bendable, plastic rack, the handle snapped right off. I can't buy a handle separate from the door. Now the microwave won't heat! My dishwasher was recalled.

Maytag washer, dryer, oven, microwave over-the-range - all crapped out in four years. I will never buy or recommend Maytag. I believed them to be one of the best brands but apparently they've learned a few too many shortcuts.

In 2009, we purchased $5,041 worth of Maytag appliances. Three years later, we have had issues with every appliance except the dryer. The washer needed a new motor and circuit board in February 2011. The oven light came on and stayed on because the switch malfunctioned in June 2011. The ice maker in the bottom drawer sprung a leak in February of 2012 and today, the over-the-range microwave stopped working without any sputters or warnings. While I was investigating the possible reasons for my microwave's demise (I'm concluding that it is poor craftsmanship!), I found that my dishwasher is on recall. I did not have any problems with that and it is the one appliance that could have started a fire! Maytag appliances will not be bought again by me or anyone I know. They are a huge disappointment and waste of my money!

I bought this MMV4205BAB microwave thinking Maytag was a good brand and I wanted an over the range type. Problems began when it would stop in the middle of a cooking cycle. I called the repairman as it was under warranty. It was decided by the repairman that the weight of thing was too great for its thin frame, not letting the door close correctly. I got a new one and it, from day one, would make a shorting sound every time anything was cooked, on the stove top, under it, while it was on. It finally just shorted out. I have a Maytag washer and dryer that are also junk. So, needless to say, Maytag, 3 strikes and you're out. I will never have another Maytag product and I let others know what a great product it is.

My over-stove microwave is approximately 18 months old. Suddenly, the fan came on and will not turn off. I had to unplug the microwave. This appliance is out of warranty but certainly should last longer than 18 months. I feel that Maytag should certainly be called to task for selling and promoting such a shoddy, unreliable product.

Okay, on March 2009, we bought this brand new microwave due to our major remodeling. We didn't move into the unit until February 2010, so the microwave was in its box for 11 months. After we moved in our condo, my husband and I had to travel for work for almost a year so our brand new microwave is very slightly, gently and barely used. Well, for the past 2 months, it had been acting up. Sometimes it heats, sometime it doesn't. For a 2 year old microwave, which we paid over $400, I would assume that it would last. It no longer heats up, so I called Maytag customer service to hear her tell me it's not covered under the warranty and would cost $269 for repairs and there was nothing she can do for me unless I pay for a technician to come and repair it! No way, I swear it probably got used 5-10 times a month to heat up coffee for about a year.

My microwave started acting up, after about 5 months. It would not cook a complete cycle, without an error saying that the door is open, and needs to be closed. The repairman has been out 5 times already, and the problem is still not corrected. Maytag/Whirlpool has said they will not replace item, then they decided they would possibly replace at a "pro-rated" amount. So, I have to purchase a microwave twice, to have one that works? Somehow, I feel I'm being taken for a ride in this deal.

I purchased Maytag microwave model MMV4205AAQ in 2005. I use it infrequently. It stopped heating in Nov. 2011. It must be replaced. But after this experience and reading other comments, I will not purchase any Maytag appliances in the future.

25 months ago, I bought a brand new Maytag stainless steel microwave. We had upgraded all of our appliances except the microwave when we moved in our home. Our first purchase was the Maytag refrigerator. Should have learned my lesson from that because after less than a year, the freezer on the bottom went out twice! We bought this new microwave to replace an old one that didn't match the other appliances and was worn out.

My dog had to be on a special diet to recover from a stomach disorder. I placed 1/3 cup of dog food plus chicken broth and baby food in a bowl. I intended to heat it for seconds. Minutes later, my dog was whining and sneezing. I immediately returned to the kitchen to find the food and bowl were completely charred. The biggest problem however was from the plastic splash guard that melted down. Smoke filled my home. I had to call the fire department. I was coughing and had difficulty breathing. The smell was horrible!

Purchased my microwave in 2005 and seldom used it. However in the last few months, the halogen light which lights up the range surface has been flickering. When I asked an electrician doing other work around my house to repair it, he discovered that the halogen light is attached with a dual pin socket which is plastic. When the halogen light gets overheated (and halogen produces alight of heat) it melts the plastic. It has already melted some of the plastic socket. When it fails to operate, I will have to repair the light socket which will be very expensive or buy a new microwave. This microwave cost $800 or more because it offered convection cooking which I have seldom used.

When we moved to a new home, we "upgraded" all the appliances, including the microwave. This was four years ago. When the first microwave stopped heating the food after two years, we thought it was a fluke and bought a brand new one, since fixing it would have cost more. Well, I should have gone with another brand. This is two Maytag microwave ovens in four years! We cannot believe that a company who enjoys such a good reputation can get away with such shoddy products!

I installed a new Maytag Wall Oven Microwave Combo 18 months ago. I had not used the microwave in over a week. Last night, we heard a loud pop and realized the "beauty glass" front on the microwave had shattered. No one had closed the door too hard, in fact, we had not used it. I see where others have had this problem.

When I remolded my kitchen almost four years ago, I purchased four Maytag appliances. There was a recall on my dishwasher that was successfully fixed; the heating coil could have caused a fire. The next appliance to go was my refrigerator with a bottom freezer: the freezer section went. Thank goodness I purchased a policy which covered the repair that had to be done twice--twice I lost food. I was compensated by the insurance company for $200.00 for the cost of food lost. Just before Christmas my microwave stopped heating. The turntable works, the timer works, but it will not heat the food and makes a loud noise. The glass top on my stove is getting marred even though I clean it every time something spills.

When purchasing a microwave for our kitchen the Maytag MMV4203DB00 had all the functions I wanted. Just after a year it's quite cooking. The fan would still run but not heat anything. I called Maytag and was told basically, tough luck. I said something about Maytag, that it was supposed to be a great brand and should last longer than 1 year. The part to fix it plus labor was going to cost nearly as much as a new microwave to replace it. Now, the microwave has started to turn on by itself. Customer service was very rude and came off with a "we don't really care" attitude. I will never buy Maytag again.

I have a Maytag microwave and stove in my condo kitchen. Both are about 4 years old. I'll never buy another Maytag appliance again. This stove had problems from day 1 and the support was dismal. I had [bought] an extended warranty, which covered nothing (I let it expire and didn't renew). The microwave handle came off in my hand a few months ago. I stuck it back on with "gorilla" glue. Now it is starting to shut itself off, as if it lost power then mysteriously turn itself back on. I'm sure there will be a new microwave in my future and it won't be a Maytag.

I bought brand new Maytag appliances top of the line. I put the stove, dishwasher and refrigerator in and was waiting for the cabinets to be done before installing the microwave, It was a couple of years; I took the microwave out of the original box and had it installed and it made a terrible noise and then shut off. There is something loose or something. I called Maytag to activate my warranty but they said the time is up but I had never opened the box so I didn't know there was a time limit on sending it in. There was no customer service! The stove I bought for close to $2000 has had to have the control panel replaced 3 times so I have to pay every year for an extended warranty just to guarantee I have a stove. Last year I went through the holidays without one because it was out then too! I would never buy another Maytag again!

I bought a Maytag MMV1153BAW Microwave. Within a year, the electronic key pad started cracking from normal use. After two years, the microwave intermittently starts then just stops, with the key pad showing 0000. We must unplug the device, or turn the breaker off and on. I called Maytag about the key pad and they said it wasn't covered, and a replacement key pad cost more than the microwave. After two and a half years, we purchased a new microwave, and have sworn never to buy Maytag again.

I bought a Maytag microwave model mmv4203ds00 on May 2010. On 8-20-10, the microwave stopped working. It was serviced under warranty. However, on 10-31-11, the microwave stopped working again.

I just off the phone with Maytag and as expected the acted like they didn't know about the issue of fires and etc. I'm a senior and also a widow. I have all Maytag appliances. But not anymore!

The door did not close due to a poorly designed closure feature tab which broke due to overstress of normal operation. The repairman said that I had to buy a new door at $200 to fix the problem. I have just paid the repairman $123 for his non-corrective advice and was promised that he would order the door. Time passed and there was no call or order. I removed the plastic rod that had contained the broken tab (aforementioned) and drilled a 3/16 inch hole into which the tab spring had been retained. It worked like a charm! I am still waiting for the service call back.

Everything in my house is Maytag. I assumed they were the best. My dishwasher went out after three years, and I replaced it with a Maytag. Now, my over the range microwave is not working. I will not replace it with Maytag. I expect my washer and dryer to be next.

I purchased a Maytag built-in microwave and oven combo in 2005 for my newly built home, but I did not move into the house until 2008. So the appliance has only been used for 3 years. The microwave stopped heating after only 3 years of use, which was for microwave popcorn mostly. I also purchased, at the same time, a Maytag cooktop. The knobs had to be replaced, a dishwasher, a rack and utensil holder had to be replaced and a washer dryer that doesn't work properly. I also purchased a side-by-side refrigerator which is okay so far. I'm very disappointed in their appliances and they were expensive.

I purchased a Maytag microwave oven on July 22, 2011. It was delivered August 2. Model no. MMV4203DW, serial no. CK01001086. I paid $279 at Lowe's Spokane Valley WA.

I purchased an Over the Range Microwave Oven, model MMV4205AA, for $469.00. The first time I ever used it was make a "baked potato", in accordance with the directions as well as the auto programmed setting for a baked potato. The microwave caught fire and black toxic. Smoke filled my home and burnt out the microwave's magnetron, transformer, capacitor, diode mother board, in other words, totally shot!

Microwaved a baked potatoe and opened the microwave door. The microwave handle completely broke off leaving me standing with the handle in my hand. The entire handle and attachment to the door is plastic and it all just snapped. Now I'm having a problem opening the door ( what do you think).

We bought a Maytag microwave in June 2007. It made a loud noise, and stopped working. Now we're wondering if we should have their repair guy come over and fix for $149, or just buy a new one. So far we've had a recall on their dishwasher, and now the microwave. Does this company really know what it’s doing? No more Maytag for us.

I just came home from work at 4pm and my wife said the Maytag microwave just started up by its self and would not turn off. It got hot enough that you could not touch it and had to unplug it before it caught fire. Its 4 years old but have never had any problems with it and fortunately some one was here to unplug it. This has made me think of ever buying another one. we paid approx. $250.00 for it at Home Depot. I could have lost everything had someone not been there.

My microwave totally failed to operate in July 2010. I called Maytag to get it repaired under warrant, the turntable also did not work. They charged me $129 just to walk in the door. I did not know this, I thought it was under warranty. They had to order a part, which required another visit – two weeks later.

A little over a year ago, I purchased a Maytag microwave MMV4205BAS. I paid more than I normally would because of the name. I very rarely used the microwave. It looks almost brand new. When I used it one evening, the microwave shut off, as if a plug were pulled.

This microwave was only used to reheat food, defrost meats, pop popcorn or make baked potatoes. I called Maytag on Nov. 22 to inform them of the problem but was told that I should have purchased the extended warranty.

Well I have received a letter from you. Maytag had I think informed you about my problem but I have not been contacted. My Maytag microwave shorted out and caught my kitchen on fire. It burned the microwave so bad that I couldn’t tell the info on it. I my stove was also a Maytag was part of the fire. And my countertop was damaged. Maytag called me a few times and left messages they wanted info like model numbers the numbers had been so damaged I couldn’t give them that. Plus they wanted to look at them. I couldn’t keep them I had thrown them out right after the fire. I have all the pictures of everything after the fire.

We purchased a new Maytag microwave from Home Depot along with a new range and dishwasher. All three Maytag brands were purchased at the same time to remodel our kitchen. So far, we have had a recall on the dishwasher that needed to be fixed. The turntable in the microwave stopped working and now the microwave stopped working all together. When you turn it on, it makes a horrible noise and pops. Scared to use it now. Just wondering when the range is going to go south on us. No more Maytag in this family for sure.

Purchased over counter microwave, Model #MMV1153AAB. High voltage transformer problem. Sparks flew, smoke rose and heat was generated. My wife frantically turned it off. Called Maytag (corporate) and after various delays as per usual, we were informed by an operator (name omitted) that we could get 50% off the replacement part (high voltage generator). This was an insult and hard to believe that after I informed them that a product they produce ran the risk of burning my house down, they offered 50% off a part - labor not included of course.

I bought a Maytag built-in microwave oven on 9/28/09 at my local Home Depot. The model no. was MMV4305BAW, Serial No. 17282692NN. It was recommended by the sales person as a reliable brand and model number. I paid $250 (a discounted sale price) plus I paid my contractor to install it. In December of 2009, it quit heating food. The magnetron tube was replaced. 2 days ago it quit working again. A call to Maytag repair entailed a 20 minute hold-time and then the sympathetic customer service person basically told me that I was out of luck because I did not have an extended warranty. That's weird, because last week I received a renewal notice in the mail (I've hunted high and low and cannot find it).

I finally got back in touch with Maytag and explained what happened with the magnetron on my Maytag microwave oven with model number MMV4205BAS. Luckily, I got a person on the phone that was very knowledgeable and was able to get the part replaced at no cost which I appreciate very much. I still had to pay for labor costs to replace the part.

I called Maytag twice regarding my Maytag microwave oven (model MMV4205BAS). I had a service rep look at the microwave because it was no longer heating. I only had it less than two years. The magnetron was the problem and needs to be replaced. You would think that the main component that heats your food would last longer than under two years. The initial service call was $100. Then, when I called the number in their manual (which is not Maytag), I was told that the best they could do was send me a part for a discounted price of $141 plus shipping.

I purchased a Maytag microwave model MMV4205BAS manufactured July 2008, in Malaysia. We noticed that the vent fan did not have much draw power. The service technician looked at the microwave and said it was a sensor and he reset it. The vent fan worked better.

Maytag microwave model MMV4205BAW serial # 17210207NL - used 1 year was in new construction home purchased 11/2008. 1. Door does not always shut correctly causing microwave to be inoperable. 2. Do not know why - after reheating food item - opened door removed food item - closed door - m/wave continued to run - glass turn table shattered, burned - room smoke filled. From other room of the house was able to smell the burning prior to the smoke alarm going off. Fortunate that the smell was noticed and damage to room and remainder of the kitchen minimized. Economic damages - cost of microwave.

Two years ago, we purchased all new Maytag Appliances. We have had trouble with all three appliances, but my main complaint is with the over the range microwave model #MMV4205BAB. The turntable stopped turning and the glass turntable broke. When I called 3 months ago to order a coupler part and a new glass turntable, I was told they are on a "national backorder" and to try calling back on June 30, 2010! They still aren't sure if they will be available then! What is that all about? I have also been unhappy with our dishwasher and french door refrigerator. I will never buy a Maytag appliance again!

My Maytag microwave oven (Model: MMV4205BAS) was less than four months old when the turntable literally exploded. Since it was under warranty, it was replaced but the tech said that there was nothing wrong with the oven. So I guess explosions are normal. Now, less than two years old, the turntable does not rotate. Wow, we must now keep that TV Maytag technician awfully busy. The turntable does not turn and the food burns along with microsafe dishes. It resulted in using my 15-year old convection microwave, which works just fine.

I purchased a Maytag built-in microwave in July of 2008. A week ago the instrument panel quit functioning. I called a local repair company and told him what was wrong. He said it was the main control board and the cost of the needed part was $184 plus a service call charge. That amounted to more than I paid for the appliance.

We purchased a microwave (Model MMV4205BAS) and 3 other appliances 16 months ago and the microwave broke this week. Maytag says their appliances are "Built to last" according to their site. I don't think so! What kind of appliance lasts only 16 months and we don't even use it everyday. We are still paying on it and have to buy a new one! What kind of company does this? I see that other people have experienced the same results with the same model. Is anyone going to do something?

I have Over the Stove Microwave bought at Maytag in June, 2002 with model #10198649AL. It started to hum for no reason, then sputtering sounds in the roof of it and a small light was on. I turned off the circuit breaker and unplugged it. I never want another microwave. It smoked and filled the house with a plastic smell. Good thing I was home.

I purchased $10K of Maytag product from Sears and it was delivered on Oct. 2007. A few weeks ago the Maytag microwave oven sheered off, so I called Sears to obtain a new one and they scheduled a technician. I said while your at it, you can swap the doors round on my Maytag washer and dryer, they said another technician would be required to be booked until repairs can decide if one can do the job. On the day the microwave technician was due, he called and asked if my microwave handle was black or white, I said it was grey, he then checked to see if they had one and then he said you have to buy the whole door for $280 plus call out of $90 plus labor, somewhere close to $400, the microwave cost $500.

As stated in numerous other complaints on this website, my Maytag microwave model MMV5207BAS first had a broken handle which was to be fixed for $300! Now two months later, the microwave will not heat. I can't even melt butter. Maytag has lost me as a customer and I feel bad for our local salesman, because he can't afford to lose more customers over a bad product.

I purchased a Maytag micro hood vent. It was a 2005 model that was bought in 2008. It was installed in 2009 and used only 9 to 10 months. The interior light and turntable stopped working. I took it to a Maytag repair shop and was told the entire circuit board needed to be replaced. It cost $150 to fix or $199 to go purchase a new one. This is not good business. Maytag has lost me as a customer. I cannot believe it was only good for less than a year.

My microwave is 2-1/2 years old. First, the handle broke off. I tried to get replacement and could only buy the entire door. I was able to glue the old handle back on. Now the microwave won't heat. The serviceman said it would cost $250-$300 to repair. Also, I had 2 service calls on the new Maytag refrigerator (ice maker). I had to permanently remove water filter for the icemaker to work properly. I always thought Maytag was top of the line product. I would not buy another Maytag product.

This fridge has been serviced 3 times now. Thank God when the compressor needed to be replaced, it was still under warranty, which is good for 5 years. My Maytag micro/vent hood also went out 2 months after purchase. It was under warranty then, and went out again. I will never buy Maytag again, ever! Aside from the inconvenience and loss of food, I learned a lesson to never buy this brand again.

My over the range microwave oven does not heat. It’s only 3 years old. I do not use it to cook, only heat up. Something left the plastic covering on underneath the light bulb which melted. I believe that’s what caused it to burn out.

I purchased a brand new Maytag microwave hood combination to be installed in a brand new kitchen. I moved in on 12/19 and tried to use first time microwave ran for a couple minutes & went dead, no power lights nothing. I could not return to place of purchase as it had been more than 30 days. I called Maytag who were sending a service man. When they did send service man, they sent him to wrong address so we had to wait another week.

We remodeled our kitchen 2 years ago. We have purchased all new stainless Maytag appliances. They may not have been the top of the line but the 4 appliances had cost us $5,000. Within the first year we had our refrigerator repaired 3 times, the oven door repaired, the large burner replaced on the cook top and now my microwave has quit working. I was really disappointed with the Maytag products we have purchased. I called Maytag again to report the microwave and Renee told me that they recently closed their Hilton Head store and she wasn't sure how long it would be before a repairman could be sent to my house. Let's hope my dishwasher doesn't go bad. I am upset with the product reliability due to the amount of money we have paid for these appliances.

The microwave over the range handle came off the door (model # MMV5207BAS). It was attached with cheap plastic. I called Maytag Parts Department and was told to call a parts store. They gave me two numbers for OK and two numbers for Texas. The parts store told me I would have to buy the whole door for $234.00 (I called 1-800-3381200 Texas). I thought I was getting a good product because it was a Maytag. I will never buy another Maytag. Consequence: It ruins the look of my kitchen because I refuse to spend that much for a cheap microwave door.

Maytag appliances are not worth the money. Do not believe their product reliability claims. I have a new home with Maytag kitchen appliances, which four failed just a few months past the end of warranty. The built-in $600 microwave failed in warranty two times (one door switch followed by the primary emitter) and finally when it’s out of warranty by two months, again there’s a problem for the emitter. Maytag warranty/service refused to provide any support on repairs. I replaced with a competing brand for less than cost of repairs.

I bought a Maytag microwave on 3/20/2009. On 4/14/09, there was a service call because it did not start; the microwave was totally "dead." This problem was corrected and covered under the 1-year warranty. On 7/01/09 I requested a service call because I did not feel the microwave was heating correctly. The sensor feature did not "sensor" the food as stated int the instruction booklet - and still does not for that matter. And I feel it did not heat properly - and I still don't. But the repairman checked it out and said it was at normal operation. So I will deal with that.