Whirlpool washers, mostly front-load models, show error codes as a letter-number pair like F05 or F8 E1, sometimes alongside a named code like FP or Sud. This page lists every Whirlpool washer error code documented on DiagnosFix, each linking to a full breakdown of likely causes, first checks, and what to avoid. If you’d rather start from the symptom instead of the code, our washing machine troubleshooting hub covers issues beyond error codes, and how to reset a Whirlpool washer clears a surprising number of these codes with no repair at all.
A code varies by model: the same code can have a different meaning depending on the brand and model. Always check your appliance’s manual before acting.
All Whirlpool washer error codes
- F05 — Temperature sensor reading is unreliable, usually a connector or wiring issue. Full guide →
- F06 — Control board lost a reliable speed signal from the motor or drum. Full guide →
- F08 — Washer isn’t heating water to the expected temperature. Full guide →
- F09 — Washer can’t read water level correctly during fill or mid-cycle. Full guide →
- F13 — Usually the detergent dispenser, sometimes the door lock depending on the model. Full guide →
- F15 — Control board lost track of drum position. Full guide →
- F22 — Control board lost communication with the motor. Full guide →
- F5 E2 — Control tried and failed to lock the door. Full guide →
- F7 E1 — Motor speed sensing error, often shipping bolts left in place. Full guide →
- F8 E1 / LO FL — Low water flow, usually a supply valve or kinked fill hose. Full guide →
- F9 E1 — Long drain time, over 8 minutes. Full guide →
- FP — Water isn’t draining; a clogged drain filter is the most common cause. Full guide →
- Sud — Too many suds detected, almost always a detergent issue. Full guide →
Don’t see your exact code?
Some Whirlpool washer models cycle between two codes in sequence, or use slightly different formatting (F05 vs F5, for example). If the exact code you’re seeing isn’t listed above, check your owner’s manual for the model-specific list, since Whirlpool has used different numbering across generations of washers.
The information provided here is a diagnostic aid and does not replace the intervention of a qualified professional.
