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Frigidaire Washer E57 — High motor current

Frigidaire Washer · Error code E57

What E57 Means

Motor control unit is reading abnormally high current draw from the drive motor. Often indicates a mechanical bind or shorted winding.

Symptoms

  • No spin
  • Burning smell
  • Breaker trips
  • E57 immediately on spin attempt

Common Causes

1
Worn drum bearings

Failed rear tub bearings make the drum hard to spin.

2
Shorted motor winding

Insulation breakdown in the stator.

3
Failed MCU power stage

Shorted IGBT misreads current.

4
Foreign object jamming drum

Coin or wire wedged between drum and outer tub.

How to Fix It

  1. Stop using the washer if you smell burning.
  2. Manually rotate the drum — feels rough/notchy if bearings are bad.
  3. Inspect between drum and tub with a flashlight for foreign objects.
  4. Measure motor winding resistance and to-ground continuity.
  5. Replace the motor or MCU as test results indicate.
  6. If bearings are bad, repair cost often exceeds machine value.

Parts You May Need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Common replacement Frigidaire washer drive motor View on Amazon→ Common replacement Frigidaire tub bearing kit View on Amazon→

More Frigidaire Washer Codes

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: frigidaire.com

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