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Frigidaire Washing Machine Error Codes

14 error codes with causes and step-by-step fixes

Your Frigidaire washing machine uses 14 distinct error codes to flag faults before they turn into a full breakdown. The most common cluster around control board (6), door (3), motor (2). Of these, about 14 can usually be cleared at home without a technician, while 8 point to more serious faults that may warrant a professional. Typical repair costs on this appliance run from $0 for simple DIY fixes up to $450 for professional component replacement.

Find your code in the table below for its exact meaning, the most likely causes ranked by how often they're the culprit, a step-by-step fix, the parts you may need, and a clear call on when it's worth phoning a repair pro.

Code	Meaning	Severity	DIY	Est. Cost
E21	Drain time exceeded — water not draining	⚠ High Severity	moderate	$0–$90
E11	Fill time exceeded — water not filling	⚠ Medium Severity	easy	$0–$70
E41	Door open — lid or door not properly closed	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$25–$70
E45	Door lock control board failure	⚠ Medium Severity	hard	$40–$280
E13	Water leak in tub or air leak in the pressure-sensor air bell	⚠ High Severity	moderate	$0–$90
E23	Drain pump relay failure on the control board	⚠ High Severity	hard	$40–$280
E42	Door will not unlock at the end of the cycle	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$0–$100
E43	Control board communications fault	⚠ High Severity	hard	$100–$280
E44	Control board communications fault	⚠ High Severity	hard	$100–$280
E47	Door lock PTC circuit reads open during spin	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$40–$100
E52	Bad signal from the motor tachogenerator	⚠ High Severity	hard	$0–$280
E5C	High temperature on the motor speed-control (inverter) heat sink	⚠ Medium Severity	hard	$120–$300
E5E	Communication problem between the main and motor control boards	⚠ High Severity	hard	$120–$300
E90	Communication / configuration fault between control boards	⚠ High Severity	hard	$100–$280