Frigidaire Washer E5A Error Code

Motor control board overheating or not communicating on Frigidaire washers.

E5A

May need a pro

The board that drives the motor is running too hot, or the main control and motor control board have stopped talking. Heavy or oversized loads can push it into overheating.

Compatible models

Frigidaire front-load washers. It's on the tech sheets for the FAFW4011LB, FAFW4221, Affinity ATF7000FE and the Affinity 6000 and 7000 series.

Also shown as

On most charts E5A, E5B and E5C point to motor control overheating and E5D, E5E and E5F to communication problems between the boards. Some charts describe E5C as high voltage at the motor control and E5F as the motor control repeatedly resetting, and not every model uses all of these codes.

Difficulty

Try the basic checks, but the usual fix is a technician's job.

How to fix
When to call a pro
Parts
FAQ

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Safety first: unplug the washer (or switch off its breaker) before touching filters, hoses or panels. If you smell burning or gas, or see water near the outlet, stop and call a professional.

How to fix Frigidaire E5A

Let it cool and lighten the load
Unplug the washer for at least 30 minutes so the electronics can cool, and wash smaller loads from now on.
Then reset it
Leave it unplugged for 5 minutes and run a short cycle when you plug it back in.

When to call a technician

If E5A returns, a technician needs to check the wiring between the boards and the motor control board itself.

Parts linked to E5A

These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.

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Frequently asked questions

Which Frigidaire models show the E5A code?

Frigidaire front-load washers. It's on the tech sheets for the FAFW4011LB, FAFW4221, Affinity ATF7000FE and the Affinity 6000 and 7000 series.

Can I fix Frigidaire E5A myself?

Only the basic checks. You can safely try the steps above, but E5A usually points to a part or fault that needs a technician.

Other Frigidaire washer codes

Last reviewed 2026-10-19. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.

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