Written by
Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
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Code overviewat a glance.
The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.
F2E3
Error codeF2E3
ApplianceWasher
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
F2E3 on top load washers is tied to the control unit, user interface or associated wiring; the owner step is a 5-minute power-down.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F2E3 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
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What this codemay mean.
A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.
Mean
The F2 E3 alert indicates there may be an issue with the appliance control unit, user interface or associated wiring.
Reset steps from the owner help text
Disconnect the washer from its power source: unplug it, or switch off its breaker.
Wait a full 5 minutes.
Reconnect power and run the washer to see if F2E3 is displayed again.
What F2E3 refers to
Whirlpool lists F2E3 for top load washers. The wording is cautious: there may be a problem in the control unit, in the user interface, or in the wiring tied to them. A reset can clear a one-off glitch, much like rebooting a computer.
Nearby alerts
Seeing a different display? F2E4 and F2E5 sit right beside this one and concern the interface or its wiring, while F3E1 is a water level message that mentions the control as well.
Washer service across our metro areas
Whirlpool washer service is available across the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. When F2E3 keeps coming back, call (844) 968-2053 and mention the code, your model number and that you already tried the 5-minute power-down.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
Safe
Important
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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