Whirlpool MDB4949SKZ

Real-world failure timing, repair cost, and source-linked reports for this model.

Durability signal B · based on reported timing

1 reports

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When failures are reported

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Avg months to failure

Total reports

Avg repair cost

$420

Still recommend

% repaired

% mfr warranty

% extended warranty

% support helpful

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Failure types

Reports

Circulation motor failure

Circulation motor

36 months

$420

Source-linkedVerify source — Reddit post

Whirlpool/Maytag dishwasher model MDB4949SKZ had the circulation motor fail after only three years. Repair was quoted at $420; Whirlpool refused goodwill help even after BBB involvement. Household replaced the dishwasher and says they will not buy Whirlpool, Maytag, or KitchenAid again.

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Months until failure

36 months

Repair cost

$420

Repaired

Manufacturer warranty

Extended warranty

Support helpful

Would recommend

Confidence

93%

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