Maytag washer F41: motor sensor thermistor open or shorted
F41 (F, then 41) means the temperature sensor in the motor's rotor position sensor reads as an open or shorted circuit.
What F41 means
- Brand
- Maytag
- Appliance
- Top-load washer
- Code
- F41
- Documented meaning
- Motor sensor thermistor open or shorted
- Applies to
- 9 Maytag models on 2 platforms
- Can you keep using it?
- With caution
What the washer is detecting
The motor carries a position sensor with its own temperature sensor. When that thermistor reads as open or shorted, F41 is stored; it shows only when saved codes are reviewed.
Causes listed for this condition
In the order the service documentation checks them. Documented causes come from the manufacturer's service documentation for these platforms; possible causes are based on how the system works; unconfirmed marks common assumptions that the documentation does not support.
- Documented A fault in the motor's position sensor assembly or its wiring, checked with the drive test.
Safe checks you can make
- This code is normally seen only in the saved-code history during service; report it along with any symptoms you noticed.
Further diagnosis requires opening the appliance. Beyond the owner checks, diagnosis involves removing panels, testing components and checking wiring. We describe what a technician investigates, not how to do it yourself.
What a technician checks
- Runs the drive test.
- Checks the motor sensor wiring.
Typical repairs and cost
Depending on what diagnosis finds, this code can lead to one of these repairs:
| Repair | Typical range | Labor |
|---|---|---|
| Washer drive motor replacement | $300–$720 | Heavy |
Typical total ranges for the Las Vegas area, parts and labor included. The final cost depends on diagnosis, the exact model, parts availability and whether other damage is found.
Can you keep using it?
Use with caution. If the washer runs normally, it can be used until it is checked.
Maytag models documented with this code
Related problems and codes
Other codes documented on the same Maytag platforms:
Repair or replace?
A fault code alone rarely justifies replacing a washer. Most F41 repairs involve a single component once diagnosed. Replacement becomes worth considering when the unit is near the end of its typical 10–13-year life and the diagnosed repair is a major one. See the repair-or-replace guide.
Need F41 diagnosed in the Las Vegas area?
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