Product review (1 stars): This machine failed from day 1 and died 5 years later
I brought this machine 5 years ago because of the recommendations from Consumer Reports. I wish I had been able to read these reviews on Amazon first and avoided this mistake. This "washing" machine failed in the most basic way- It does NOT clean clothes. I followed all instructions and was told, "That's just the way HE machines are." In addition, the clothes got so tangled, I had to remove dozens of tight knots which ruined my clothes. It does not clean moisture-wicking workout clothes because of its design (non-effective agitation and low water) so they came out stinky. My all-black clothes loads came out streaked with white lint. I used an extra rinse to no avail. The machine is very noisy and the cycles take too long. The locking mechanism is wonky and began to fail to release. Finally, I got the dreaded F51 warning on the dash to call for repairs. I had no interest in extending my pain any further. I replaced it today with a Speed Queen. In my first Speed Queen load, the machine actually removed food stains from my tablecloth, something my Cabrio couldn't do. For the thousands of people who purchased this shoddy appliance, Whirlpool owes us all a heartfelt apology and a refund. I want my $900 back for 5 years of dirty clothes. I will never ever, ever buy another appliance from Whirlpool.