Frigidaire · Washer Critical

E23 — Drain pump relay fault on control board

E23 is not listed anywhere on owner.frigidaire.com (which currently covers E1-E5 top-load washer codes). 'Drain pump relay fault on control board' matches Electrolux/Frigidaire front-load service literature but is not confirmed on an official Frigidaire consumer page — verify against your model's manual.

Keep using it?
No — service first
DIY difficulty
Moderate
Typical cost
$40-90

The fix

Drain pump

Drain pump relay fault on control board

$40-90 moderate difficulty 1 hour Tools: screwdriver, nut driver, pliers

Diagnose first: Test pump for proper resistance (~12-15 ohms). A failed pump can damage the control board relay - replace pump first; if code returns immediately, control board is the cause.

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Didn't resolve it? Next suspect: Main electronic control board ($150-300)

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How to fix it

  1. Test pump for proper resistance (~12-15 ohms). A failed pump can damage the control board relay - replace pump first; if code returns immediately, control board is the cause.
  2. If diagnosis confirms the fault, replace the drain pump (typical cost $40-90, about 1 hour, moderate DIY).
  3. Still throwing E23? Test the main electronic control board next ($150-300).

Why it happens

Typical signs: E23 shown on the display · Drain pump relay fault on control board

  • Most likely: Drain pump Test pump for proper resistance (~12-15 ohms). A failed pump can damage the control board relay - replace pump first; if code returns immediately, control board is the cause.
  • Next most likely: Main electronic control board If the primary fix does not resolve the code, this is the next part to test.

More Frigidaire washer codes

E10 E10 — Water fill problem E11 E11 — Fill time too long E13 E13 — Water leak or air leak in pressure system E20 E20 — Drain pump won't pump out E21 E21 — Slow drain / water remains in tub E31 E31 — Pressure sensor communication failure

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Frequently asked questions

What does the E23 code mean on a Frigidaire washer?

E23 is not listed anywhere on owner.frigidaire.com (which currently covers E1-E5 top-load washer codes). 'Drain pump relay fault on control board' matches Electrolux/Frigidaire front-load service literature but is not confirmed on an official Frigidaire consumer page — verify against your model's manual.

What causes the E23 code on a Frigidaire washer?

Most likely: Drain pump: Test pump for proper resistance (~12-15 ohms). A failed pump can damage the control board relay - replace pump first; if code returns immediately, control board is the cause. Next most likely: Main electronic control board: If the primary fix does not resolve the code, this is the next part to test.

Is it safe to keep using a Frigidaire washer with a E23 error?

No — service first. This is rated a critical-severity fault.

How do I fix E23 on a Frigidaire washer?

Test pump for proper resistance (~12-15 ohms). A failed pump can damage the control board relay - replace pump first; if code returns immediately, control board is the cause. If diagnosis confirms the fault, replace the drain pump (typical cost $40-90, about 1 hour, moderate DIY). Still throwing E23? Test the main electronic control board next ($150-300).

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.