Frigidaire Washer · Code E41

Frigidaire Washer E41 code: Door open (front-load)

On Frigidaire front-load washers, E41 means the control thinks the door is open, so it won't lock the door and start.

Most common causes

  1. Door not fully closed or clothing caught in the door
  2. Worn or misaligned door strike
  3. Failed door lock/switch assembly
  4. Control board fault

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Open the door, check that no clothing is caught in the seal, and close it firmly until it clicks.
  2. Unplug the washer for a minute, then plug it back in and restart.

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: searspartsdirect.com · appliancepartspros.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does E41 mean on a Frigidaire Washer?

On Frigidaire front-load washers, E41 means the control thinks the door is open, so it won't lock the door and start.

Can I clear the E41 code myself?

Try these first: Open the door, check that no clothing is caught in the seal, and close it firmly until it clicks. Unplug the washer for a minute, then plug it back in and restart. Call a technician if the door is fully closed and E41 keeps appearing. The door lock or control needs testing.

How much does it cost to fix a E41 code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other Frigidaire Washer codes

E1 · Slow fill or no water (top-load)E2 · Slow drain (top-load)E21 · Slow drain (front-load)E3 · Lid open or lid lock failed (top-load)E4 · Out of balance (top-load)E5 · Washer not level (top-load)E11 · Fill time too long (front-load)E35 · Overfill (front-load)

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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