Maytag, Kenmore, Whirlpool Moldy Washer Class Action Settlement

Whirlpool Corporation and Sears Roebuck and Co. have agreed to settle several class action lawsuits that allege certain front-loading washing machines are prone to developing mold or mildew. If you purchased or otherwise acquired a new Whirlpool, Kenmore or Maytag front-loading washing machine manufactured between 2001 and 2010, you may be entitled to compensation from the class action settlement.

The class action lawsuits allege that certain Whirlpool, Kenmore and Maytag front-loading washing machines don’t adequately self-clean after a wash cycle, leaving laundry residue that can result in a buildup of mold or mildew. As a result, consumers have reported that their machines emit a bad odor. Some consumers have reported that their laundry has been ruined.

The moldy washer class action lawsuits accused Whirlpool and Kenmore of negligence, breach of warranty and violations of various state consumer protection statutes.

The defendants deny any wrongdoing but agreed to settle the class action lawsuits to avoid the expense and uncertainty of ongoing litigation.

Class Members who wish to exclude themselves from or object to the front-loading washing machine settlement must do so no later than Aug. 9, 2016.

Who’s Eligible

Class Members of the front-loading washer settlement include “all residents of the United States and its territories who (a) purchased a new Class Washer, (b) acquired a Class Washer as part of the purchase or remodel of a home, or (c) received as a gift a new Class Washer not used by the donor or by anyone else after the donor purchased the Class Washer and before the donor gave the Class Washer to the Class Member.”

A list of eligible washer models is available here.

Potential Award

The Sears and Whirlpool moldy washer settlement provides several different benefits for Class Members to choose:

• A $50 cash payment (available only to certain Class Members who experienced a mold or odor problem within five years of purchase);
• A cash rebate of either 20 percent or five percent off the retail purchase price of a new washing machine or dryer; or
• Reimbursement of up to $500 for out-of-pocket expense for repairs or replacements due to a mold or odor problem.

Class Members may receive one benefit for each Class Washer they bought or acquired.

Proof of Purchase

Class Members may be asked to provide the model number, serial number and the purchase date of the washer. Class Members seeking reimbursement for paid replacements or repairs will be asked to provide additional documentation about their expenses.

Claim Form

CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »

Class Members who would prefer mailing in their Claim Form, can download a printable version here!

Claim Form Deadline

10/11/2016

Case Name

In re: Whirlpool Corp. Front-Loading Washers Settlement, Case No. 1:08-WP-65000, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio

Final Hearing

09/07/2016

UPDATE: On September 23, 2016, the court granted the Maytag, Kenmore, Whirlpool washer settlement final approval.  Let us know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our  Facebook page.

UPDATE 2: On September 28, 2016, an appeal to the moldy washer settlement was filed.  Claims will not be paid until all appeals are resolved.  Please keep checking Top Class Actions for updates.

UPDATE 3: On December 20, 2016, the appeals to the moldy washer settlement were dismissed.  It is not known at this time how quickly claims will be paid.  Please keep checking Top Class Actions for updates and let us know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our  Facebook page.

UPDATE 4: Top Class Actions viewers who filed a valid claim for the Kenmore, Maytag, Whirlpool moldy washer class action settlement are starting to receive checks in the mail worth as much as $500.

Settlement Website

www.WasherSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

In re: Whirlpool Corp. Front-Loading Washers Settlement
1801 Market Street, Suite 660
Philadelphia, PA 19103
1-844-824-5781
info@WasherSettlement.com

Class Counsel

Jonathan Selbin
LIEFF CABRASER HEIMANN & BERNSTEIN LLP

James Rosemergy
CAREY DANIS & LOWE

Steven Schwartz
CHIMICLES & TIKELLIS LLP

Defense Counsel

N/A