Whirlpool washer F52: motor did not stop
F52 (F, then 52) means the motor's position sensor still detected rotation after the control commanded the motor to stop.
What F52 means
- Brand
- Whirlpool
- Appliance
- Top-load washer
- Code
- F52
- Documented meaning
- Motor did not stop
- Applies to
- 45 Whirlpool models on 3 platforms
- Can you keep using it?
- No — stop and have it checked
What the washer is detecting
After a stop command the control expects rotation to end. If the rotor position sensor keeps reporting movement, F and 52 flash.
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 motor, sensor or control problem, checked with the drive test.
- Possible A basket still coasting from a high-speed spin.
Safe checks you can make
- Wait until the basket has fully stopped before opening the lid, then unplug the washer for one minute and try again.
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 control and 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 |
| Washer main control board replacement | $300–$720 | Moderate |
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?
Stop using it until it is checked. Do not use the washer if it repeats; a motor that does not stop on command is a safety concern.
Whirlpool models documented with this code
- WTW6200SW
- WTW6200VW
- WTW6300SB
- WTW6300SG
- WTW6300SW
- WTW6300WW
- WTW6310WW
- WTW6340WW
- WTW6400SW
- WTW6410WW
- WTW6500WW
- WTW6600SB
- WTW6600SG
- WTW6600SW
- WTW6700TU
- WTW6700TW
And 29 more. Use the model lookup to check yours.
Related problems and codes
Other codes documented on the same Whirlpool platforms:
Repair or replace?
A fault code alone rarely justifies replacing a washer. Most F52 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 F52 diagnosed in the Las Vegas area?
We repair Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, JennAir, Amana and other Whirlpool-family appliances in Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin and Boulder City. A model number helps but is never required to book.