Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF2 E3
ApplianceWasher
Summary of the alert
Top-load Maytag washers carry F2 E3 in their help listing. Maytag words it cautiously, saying the fault may lie in the appliance control unit, in the user interface, or in the wiring tied to either.
A reset comes first
Maytag compares a reset to restarting a computer, which can sometimes solve the issue.
Take the plug out of the outlet.
Let it stand for 5 minutes with no power.
Plug it back in and keep watching the display.
A code that returns calls for a technician visit.
F2E3 without the space
The spelling matters. F2E3 is a different entry, a mismatch between the main control and the interface. Other close cases are F2 E2 (interface disconnected from the ACU), F2 E4 (interface or wiring) and F2 E1 (a button detected as continuously pressed).
Washer repair for Maytag customers in the Bay Area
When the display still says F2 E3 after the reset, (415) 649-2156 reaches us for Maytag washer repair in San Francisco and nearby cities. Mention that it is a top-load machine, give the model number and tell us how the reset went.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F2 E3 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
F2 E3 indicates a possible issue with the appliance control unit, user interface or associated wiring on a top-load Maytag washer.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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