Maytag Dryer Error Code 13

Error code 13 on a Maytag dryer signals an Upper Dryer Door Circuit Failure in the steamer circuit. The control board detected that the circuit signal was low for more than one second, which typically points to a loose, open, or disconnected wire terminal somewhere in that circuit. The dryer will stop operating until the fault is resolved.

You should not continue running the dryer while this fault is active. An open or faulty circuit in the door or steamer system can affect how the dryer monitors its components, and running it in this condition risks further electrical damage. Resolve the fault before resuming normal use.

Repair costs depend on what is causing the fault. If the issue is only loose wire terminals, the cost may be limited to a service call fee, generally in the range of $75 to $150. If a wiring harness, door switch, or control board needs replacement, parts and labor combined could range from $150 to $400 or more depending on the specific component and your location.

In many cases, yes. The most common cause is a loose or disconnected wire terminal, which a careful DIYer can often locate and reseat without replacing any parts. Start by unplugging the dryer, then inspect all wire connectors in the steamer and upper door circuit for loose or backed-out pins. If the problem involves a broken harness or a failed door switch, those repairs require basic electrical testing skills and possibly replacement parts.

A reset may temporarily clear the code, but the error will return if the underlying wiring or component issue has not been corrected. To clear the code permanently, the open or loose circuit in the steamer door circuit must be located and repaired. Simply unplugging and restarting the dryer is not a long-term fix.