Viking Dishwashers

Viking Dishwashers

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Rated with 1 star
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Original review: Oct. 22, 2021

The Dishwasher is high maintenance and breaks down causing replacement early. It requires weekly cleaning of filter despite pre-rinsing any item you wash in it. It doesn’t matter how nicely you treating, it breaks down and will leave you replacing it early. NEVER again.

4 people found this review helpful
Rated with 1 star
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Original review: Dec. 8, 2020

Oct 1, 20 -- The dishwasher stopped working and requested repair through customer service center. Oct 23, 20 - The repairman visited and he failed repairing machine and ordered major parts. Nov 20, 20 -- The major parts arrived and the repairman changed almost every parts and the machine failed to work and he said the whole machine should be replaced. Nov 23, 20 -- I called Viking customer service center and they gave me a new reference number. As of today (12/08/20) -- Any information received from Viking and still waiting their response. Nobody care of customer who needs their concern & action. Do not buy Viking dishwasher if possible.

10 people found this review helpful

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    Rated with 1 star
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    Original review: Aug. 22, 2020

    We purchased a brand new house in March and because of COVID, we only moved our things in and we just stayed at our other home in the woods for a couple of months. When I went to use the dishwasher in May, it didn't work. I called for a service call, and each time that I would call, it would be a month-long wait. I had my three adult children here for a little while, and working from home, it was three meals a day. I would call Viking and leave messages and people wouldn’t call me back. When someone came, they said they fixed it and left. I started the dishwasher that night, and it did not work. That was on a Friday.

    I called again on a Monday and the service department was supposed to be contacted or they would come contact us. That took another month and then that fix also did not work. After that, it was more calls and more waiting at least a month for having an appointment. The whole process went on for many months and I was really frustrated. I never had one working here until this last visit a couple weeks ago and all I can say is it’s repaired now. For my other home where I have an old Viking dishwasher that needs to be replaced now after 20 years, it's not gonna be Viking.

    11 people found this review helpful
    Rated with 1 star
    Verified Reviewer
    Original review: Feb. 28, 2020

    I purchased a Viking package, should of looked into the dishwasher before I made them replace my first dishwasher after it broke 7 days of using it. It caused so much damage to my custom kitchen. Now that it's leaking again, it caused more damage to the kitchen cabinets that I might have to remove the granite counter top and sink! The damage is probably 3x the amount of a viking dishwasher. It's been over a month of waiting to be fixed and still it hasn't been fixed

    18 people found this review helpful
    Rated with 1 star
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    Original review: Nov. 24, 2019

    Viking dishwasher (we have an all Viking kitchen) has disappointed me twice now in 5 years of ownership. Hoses that are internal to the cabinet just come off which results in leaks. Since this model has a catch pan, a float will result in the dishwasher staying in drain mode. I've found that short non-barbed plastic nipples will allow hoses to come off over time. Poor design on what otherwise could have been a nice unit since it did a great job cleaning dishes. I just purchased a new unit from another company.

    14 people found this review helpful
    Rated with 1 star
    Verified Reviewer
    Original review: Nov. 18, 2019

    I recently purchased a Viking dishwasher. Was in the in the middle of remodeling my kitchen. When I came to take the dishwasher out of the box it had a dent on the front door and the top right-hand side of the unit I called customer, and the lady told me they do not cover Freight damage. They will replace the door but not the unit. I go to install the unit and there is water coming out of the hose. I called customer service again and they told me they do not cover that and they can only replace the door. Thank you Viking.

    12 people found this review helpful
    Rated with 1 star
    Verified Reviewer
    Original review: Aug. 19, 2019

    Three years ago we built our dream home and in it we decided to go high end on all the kitchen appliances. Our oven/range and dishwasher were both Viking. In fairness to all reading this...I love my Viking oven/range. I got the 48" version with 6 burners and a griddle and two ovens. The only thing I regret about it is I wish I had gotten a larger griddle rather than two extra gas burners.

    So, that being said, I could not be more disappointed in our Viking dishwasher. It NEVER washed the dishes well and drying the dishes was also a big disappointment. We paid over $1200.00 for a dishwasher that not only performs absolutely horribly, but also has started to fall apart. Within two years (of course it broke after the first year because it only had a one year warranty) the L.E.D. displays have already lost half of their lights. One of the folding dish holders in the bottom section has already broken. And this is with just my wife and I living at this home, and for the first year it was our second home.

    I did call the company I bought it from even though it was out of warranty to see if Viking may actually come through and take care of it, but was told that they wouldn't. Elite Appliances in Dallas is who we bought it through. When Elite gave me the name of someone who could come look at it, the trip charge alone was going to be $125.00. When I inquired what he thought the cost to repair the L.E.D. display...well over $400.00.

    I am in the real estate investment business and have remodeled well over 100 properties. I've used nearly every major brand you can imagine and the Kenmore Elite series dishwasher that I paid about 1/3 of the cost of the Viking in our previous home was much more efficient. Let me clarify. The Kenmore worked. The Viking doesn't. Avoid them. Overpriced and under performing piece of junk.

    21 people found this review helpful
    Rated with 1 star
    Verified Reviewer
    Original review: July 15, 2019

    Viking dishwasher inferior product model FDW301. After a flood caused us to update our kitchen, we decided on Viking appliances which had a streamlined look and a quality feel. 6 years later and 1 replacement later, the dishwasher is down again costing us $100/ per repair visit. First issue motor did not cycle. Repairman came in and cleaned filters and bottom water, which I do daily, and it appeared to work. First use, dirty dishes again. I am tired of emptying dirty dishes out of my dishwasher and cleaning the inside of a dishwasher. I have contacted customer service with no results. PRICING A NON VIKING REPLACEMENT DISHWASHER RIGHT NOW.

    12 people found this review helpful
    Rated with 1 star
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    Original review: Feb. 13, 2019

    When we did a complete remodel of our kitchen in 2018 we purchased Viking range top, downdraft vent & dual wall ovens. Viking had a promotion going where they threw in the dishwasher. The dishwasher stopped working in late January 2019, about 8 months after installation. We called the Viking authorized appliance repair company. They sent a service tech out 8 days later. He informed us the dishwasher had a bad water pump and 'circuit board'. Told us it would take a week or two to get replacement parts. Never heard back so after two weeks I called the service center and was informed the parts would be in 'late March' which means we're out of a dishwasher for over 2 months.

    I am a general contractor with over 40 years in the business and have never experienced a dishwasher failure. I guess that is why Viking is giving them away! I may go ahead and purchase a Miele and throw this Viking unit out. I don't know how Viking can justify two month wait times for parts. I'm really happy that it wasn't the cooktop or oven with a problem but now wondering if we do have an issue with either of those how long will it take to get parts.

    14 people found this review helpful
    Rated with 1 star
    Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
    Original review: Nov. 15, 2018

    Installed a Viking kitchen including dishwasher 4 years and 11 months ago. Dishwasher failed just short of 5 years. Viking service came out & advised that electrical components, wiring harness and rubber seal failed. I paid $180 for service call and Viking refused to help in any way to repair the dishwasher. Service advised me that replacement was the only practical option as multiple repairs necessary would be cost prohibitive. We are very disappointed in Viking quality (except for range). Purchase Viking products at your own risk is my advice. Many better options are available in the price range they market their products in.

    13 people found this review helpful
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    Viking Dishwashers author review by ConsumerAffairs Research Team

    Founded in 1986, Viking brings commercial cooking into the residential home. The majority of its product line is made in Greenwood, Mississippi.

    • Energy Star certified: Where many consumer brands offer a mix of both Energy Star and non-certified options, all Viking dishwashers meet the standard.

    • Custom door panels available: Don't settle for good enough when you can get an exact match to your cabinets with a Viking dishwasher.

    • Soil sensor technology: Every Viking dishwasher can tell how soiled a load is and adjust the cycle to match.

    • Industry-leading warranty: Get one of the best and longest manufacturer's warranties when you buy Viking. It offers a three-year full warranty that includes parts and labor.

    • Quiet Clean technology: Get nearly silent operation with insulation that helps keep the noise inside the dishwasher. Viking offers useful tips to help you minimize the decibels.

    The ConsumerAffairs Research Team believes everyone deserves to make smart decisions. We aim to provide readers with the most up-to-date information available about today's consumer products and services.

    Viking Dishwashers Company Information

    Company Name:
    Viking Dishwashers
    Website:
    www.vikingrange.com