GE Washer Error Code 73

Error code 73 on a GE washer indicates an inverter fault, meaning the inverter board has reported an internal fault condition. The inverter board controls motor speed and direction, so this fault will typically stop the washer from completing a spin cycle. Diagnosing this code requires running Service Mode spin test 14 and inspecting all harness connections at the inverter board.

It is not recommended to continue using the washer while error code 73 is active. The inverter board fault means the motor control system is not operating correctly, which could result in incomplete cycles, unexpected stops, or further damage to the motor or inverter board. The washer should be kept out of service until the fault is diagnosed and resolved.

Unplugging the washer for a few minutes may temporarily clear the error code, but if the underlying fault condition remains, the code will return once the machine attempts to spin. A reset does not fix the inverter board or any wiring issue causing the fault. Running Service Mode spin test 14 is necessary to properly evaluate whether the fault is persistent or intermittent.

Some causes of error code 73 can be addressed without replacing parts, such as reseating loose harness connectors at the inverter board. However, diagnosing this code properly requires access to Service Mode spin test 14, which involves navigating the washer's diagnostic functions. If the inverter board or drive motor has failed, replacing those components involves working with high-voltage circuitry, which is best handled by a qualified technician.

Repair costs vary depending on the root cause. If the fix is simply reseating a loose harness connection, costs may only involve a service call fee, typically in the range of $75 to $150. If the inverter board needs replacement, parts and labor combined can range from $200 to $450 or more. A failed drive motor can push repair costs even higher, sometimes approaching the cost of a replacement machine.