The MD24WS is Thermador’s current 24-inch MicroDrawer, confirmed on its product page as a 1.2 cu. ft., 1500-watt (120V/15A) drawer microwave with a touch-to-open drawer front finished in gray glass. Thermador markets the cavity as tall enough to hold a 20 oz. cup, and it uses Sensor Cook to judge cooking time and power automatically, plus the same CookSmart/Home Connect platform as Thermador’s other current microwaves.
Drawer-style microwaves have a different common failure point than swing-door units: the drawer’s glide rails and drive motor. If the MD24WS’s drawer opens sluggishly, binds partway, or won’t seat fully closed, it can fail to satisfy the door safety switch and refuse to start. The touch-sense opening mechanism and control panel are also susceptible to condensation-related problems, consistent with Thermador’s documented E11 touch-button issue on its built-in microwaves.
Key Features
- 24-inch built-in MicroDrawer microwave that opens and closes with a simple touch, in specially crafted gray glass
- 1.2 cu. ft. cavity (tall enough for a 20 oz. cup), 1500-watt output on a 120V/15A circuit
- Sensor Cook automatically determines cooking time and power; Home Connect Wi-Fi and CookSmart auto-programs
Most Common Issues on This Model
Drawer glide/motor mechanism wear can cause the drawer to bind, open slowly, or fail to fully seat and satisfy the door switch
Touch-open sensor or keypad problems after condensation exposure
Turntable-less drawer design still relies on a rotating antenna/stirrer - wear there can cause uneven heating