Maytag Washer Error Code E44

E44 means the washer's Configuration Menu has the wrong machine type selected. Maytag washers can be classified as either freestanding or rigid-mount, and the control system requires this to be set correctly to operate properly. The setting must match what is printed on the washer's data plate. This is a configuration error, not a mechanical or electrical failure.

A simple power reset will not clear E44 because the error is caused by an incorrect setting stored in the Configuration Menu, not a temporary fault. The machine type setting must be corrected through the Configuration Menu to resolve the error. In fact, performing a full factory reset could make the issue worse by clearing any previously correct settings.

In most cases, fixing E44 costs nothing beyond a service call fee if a technician is needed, since the repair involves only a menu setting change rather than any replacement parts. If the error appeared after a control board replacement that was not properly configured, the cost of the board itself would already have been incurred. A service call to diagnose and correct this setting typically ranges from $75 to $150 depending on your location and the service provider.

To fix E44, locate the data plate on your washer, which identifies whether the unit is a freestanding or rigid-mount model. Then access the Configuration Menu through the control panel and select the machine type that matches the data plate. Once the correct setting is saved, the error should clear. No parts replacement is needed for this fix.

Running the washer with E44 active is not recommended. The machine type setting affects how the control board manages spin cycles, vibration compensation, and load balancing. Operating with an incorrect setting could cause erratic behavior during spin cycles or prevent the washer from completing cycles correctly. Correct the configuration before resuming normal use.