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.
F2E5
Error codeF2E5
ApplianceWasher
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
F2E5 on a top load washer refers to the user interface or associated wiring; unplug or switch off the breaker for 5 minutes.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F2E5 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 E5 alert indicates there is an issue with the user interface or associated wiring.
The short version
Your top load washer displays F2E5. Whirlpool says this is an issue with the user interface or associated wiring, and its only listed owner step is a control reset.
Doing the reset
Unplug the washer, or turn off the breaker if it is not plugged into an outlet.
Whirlpool washer service covers the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Call (844) 968-2053 if F2E5 returns, and have the model number plus a note of your reset ready.
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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