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Whirlpool Washing Machine Error Codes

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

Your Whirlpool washing machine uses 32 distinct error codes to flag faults before they turn into a full breakdown. The most common cluster around water supply (4), door (4), motor (4). Of these, about 32 can usually be cleared at home without a technician, while 7 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 $520 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.

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Code	Meaning	Severity	DIY	Est. Cost
F8E1	Low water fill detected — water inlet problem	⚠ Medium Severity	easy	$0–$70
F9E1	Drain failure — cycle paused, water not draining	⚠ High Severity	moderate	$0–$90
F5E2	Door lock failure — latch cannot engage	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$25–$100
F1E1	Main control board failure	⚠ High Severity	hard	$100–$300
SUD	Excessive suds detected — too much detergent	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$10
F0E2	Dispenser cannot dispense detergent or additive	⚠ Medium Severity	easy	$0–$80
F7E1	Motor speed error — motor not reaching target RPM	⚠ High Severity	hard	$0–$250
F0E1	Inlet water supply problem — excessive water or suds overflow	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$70
F2E1	Keypad disconnected or key panel failure	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$60–$160
F3E1	Pressure sensor failure — water level sensing fault	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$20–$55
F6E1	Communication failure between main control board and motor control board	⚠ Medium Severity	hard	$100–$300
F3E2	Pressure switch failure — open circuit	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$20–$55
F8E3	Flow meter error — water volume sensor fault	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$30–$70
LOC	Control lock active — all buttons disabled	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$0
F5E1	Door switch failure — lid/door switch not actuating	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$10–$100
F5E3	Door lock not engaging — lock timeout	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$40–$100
F1E2	Motor control board failure	⚠ High Severity	hard	$100–$280
F20	No water detected entering the machine	⚠ Medium Severity	easy	$0–$70
F21	Long drain — water not draining in the expected time	⚠ High Severity	moderate	$0–$90
F22	Door lock failure — door did not lock	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$40–$100
HC	Hot and cold water hoses reversed	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$0
PF	Power failure — a power interruption stopped the cycle	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$0
F2E2	User interface communication / keypad fault	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$60–$180
F0E5	Off-balance load detected	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$40
LF	Long fill — washer taking too long to fill	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$30–$80
rL	Items detected during Clean Washer cycle — remove load	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$0
dET	Detergent cartridge not detected — Load & Go dispenser	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$30
F2E3	Cycle fault — control detects a mismatch or stuck cycle state	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$0–$250
F7E5	Shifter fault — the drive shifter cannot move between agitate and spin	⚠ High Severity	moderate	$30–$70
F7E6	Motor fault — the drive motor is not responding correctly	⚠ High Severity	hard	$0–$250
F7E7	Motor unable to reach target speed	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$0–$80
F8E2	Dispenser system fault — dispenser motor not reaching position	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$0–$80