Washer Error Codes

A washer error code is a short message from the control board that names the system that failed: water fill, draining, the door lock, balance or the motor. Most codes clear once you fix the cause and reset the washer, and many fixes take under 30 minutes with no tools.

Below you’ll find code-by-code guides for LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, Maytag, GE, Kenmore and Bosch washers, both front-load and top-load. Each guide explains what the code means, the most likely cause, step-by-step fixes, how to reset the machine and when it’s time to call a technician. Every article cites the manufacturer’s own manual or support page, and safety steps always come first.