Frigidaire Washer Error Code E23

E23 indicates that the drain pump relay on the control board has failed, or that there is a wiring fault or pump failure in the drain pump circuit. The washer uses this code to signal that it cannot reliably activate the drain pump. The three components to inspect are the control board, the wiring harness, and the drain pump itself.

A reset may temporarily clear the E23 code, but it will return if the underlying fault is not repaired. If the relay on the control board has failed or the pump is defective, the code will reappear as soon as the washer attempts to drain. A reset is useful for ruling out a one-time glitch, but persistent E23 errors require physical inspection and repair.

Repair costs depend on which component has failed. A drain pump replacement typically ranges from $80 to $200 in parts and labor. A new control board can range from $150 to $350 or more depending on the model, plus labor if professionally installed. Checking and reseating wiring connections costs nothing if you do it yourself.

A knowledgeable DIYer can address this code by first checking and reseating all wire connectors between the control board and the drain pump. If wiring is intact, testing the pump motor with a multimeter for continuity is the next step. If the pump tests good, the control board will need to be replaced, which requires some comfort with disassembling the washer console.

It is not recommended to run the washer with an active E23 code. If the drain pump circuit is not functioning, the machine may be unable to drain water from the drum, which can lead to standing water, mold growth, and potential overflow. Stop using the machine until the fault is diagnosed and corrected.