Kenmore
All Kenmore Washing Machine Error Codes
Every known Kenmore washing machine error code with plain-English explanations, difficulty ratings, and step-by-step DIY fix guides.
30 error codes
F0 E5
The washer detects an unbalanced load and stops the spin cycle.
Easy Fix
10–20 minutes
F5 E2
The door lock assembly cannot engage or disengage properly.
Moderate Fix
30–60 minutes
F7 E1
The motor speed sensor cannot detect the drum spinning.
Moderate Fix
30–60 minutes
F8 E1
The washer is filling too slowly or not receiving water.
Easy Fix
15–30 minutes
F9 E1
The washer cannot drain water within the expected time.
Moderate Fix
20–45 minutes
LE
The drive motor is locked or unable to rotate the drum.
Moderate Fix
20–60 minutes
OE
The washer cannot drain water from the tub.
Easy Fix
15–30 minutes
UE
The washer stopped spinning due to an unbalanced load.
Easy Fix
5–15 minutes
F1 E1
The main electronic control board has detected an internal fault.
Professional
30–60 minutes
F1 E2
The motor control circuit has detected a fault.
Advanced
30–60 minutes
F2 E1
A button on the control panel is stuck or registering as continuously pressed.
Moderate
10–20 minutes
F3 E1
The water level pressure sensor or its air hose has a problem.
Moderate
20–30 minutes
F5 E1
The lid switch is not functioning correctly.
Moderate
15–30 minutes
F5 E3
The lid lock mechanism is not unlocking properly.
Moderate
15–30 minutes
F7 E5
The shifter assembly that switches between agitate and spin modes has failed.
Advanced
30–60 minutes
F8 E3
The washer has detected a water overflow condition.
Moderate
20–30 minutes
dL
The lid or door lock mechanism is not engaging properly.
Moderate
15–25 minutes
dU
The lid or door is not unlocking after the cycle ends.
Moderate
10–20 minutes
Sd
Excessive suds have been detected in the wash drum.
Easy Fix
10–30 minutes
F2 E2
The user interface board is not communicating with the main control board.
Moderate-Advanced Repair
30–60 minutes
F3 E2
The water temperature sensor (thermistor) is reading out of range.
Moderate DIY Repair
20–40 minutes
F4 E1
The washer did not fill with enough water within the allotted time.
Moderate DIY Repair
15–35 minutes
F5 E4
The door lock mechanism took too long to lock or unlock.
Moderate DIY Repair
20–40 minutes
F6 E1
The washer's internal serial communication bus has a fault.
Moderate-Advanced Repair
30–60 minutes
F6 E2
The main control board lost communication with the motor control unit.
Moderate-Advanced Repair
30–60 minutes
F7 E6
The motor stalled or stopped unexpectedly during the spin cycle.
Moderate-Advanced Repair
30–75 minutes
F8 E2
The detergent or fabric softener dispenser system has a fault.
Moderate DIY Repair
20–35 minutes
F0 E1
The main control board (CCU) has detected an internal fault.
Moderate-Advanced Repair
25–45 minutes
F0 E2
Too many suds have been detected during the wash cycle.
Easy DIY Fix
5–20 minutes
F2 E3
The washer lost power or detected a reset during an active wash cycle.
Easy DIY Fix
5–15 minutes