Maytag Cooktop Error Code 10 LEDs flash

The 10 LEDs flash error indicates a RAM test failure on the cooktop's power board. During its startup self-diagnostic routine, the board detected that its onboard memory is not functioning correctly. As a result, the electronic control locks completely and no cooking functions are available. No audible alarm accompanies this fault, so the flashing LEDs are the only indicator.

Cycling power to the cooktop may temporarily clear the LED display, but the RAM test runs every time the unit powers on. If the power board's memory has genuinely failed, the test will fail again on the next startup and the control will lock again. A reset is not a fix for this error.

The cost depends on the price of the replacement power board and whether you hire a technician. Power board parts for cooktops typically range from $100 to $300 depending on the model. Adding professional labor for diagnosis and installation can bring the total repair cost to between $200 and $500 or more.

The repair requires replacing the power board, which is a component-level hardware fix. A knowledgeable DIYer comfortable working with appliance electronics can perform the replacement, but it does involve disconnecting power and accessing internal components. If you are not confident working inside the cooktop, a qualified appliance technician should handle the repair.

When this error is active, the electronic control is fully locked and the cooktop will not allow any cooking functions to operate. You cannot use the cooktop in this state. The lockout is a built-in safety response to the memory fault, so there is no risk of operating with a compromised control.