Maytag Washer Error Code F/06

F/06 is a drive motor tachometer error, meaning the control board is unable to properly detect the motor's speed. The machine shuts down automatically when this signal is lost or falls outside normal range. This can be caused by shipping hardware left in place, wiring problems, a failed tachometer sensor, or a defective drive motor.

The machine shuts itself down when F/06 occurs, which is a protective measure. You should not attempt to bypass this shutdown or force the washer to run. Continued operation with an undetected motor speed problem could damage the motor, control board, or other components.

Repair costs vary depending on the cause. Removing leftover shipping hardware costs nothing. Wiring repairs or connector replacements are typically in the range of $75 to $200 for a service call. A drive motor replacement can range from $150 to $400 or more depending on parts and labor. A main control board replacement generally falls in the $200 to $450 range.

If the washer was recently installed or moved, start by confirming all shipping bolts, spacers, and cables have been fully removed, as this is a common and easy fix. Beyond that, checking wiring harness connections at the motor and control board is a reasonable DIY step. Replacing a drive motor or control board requires comfort with electrical disassembly and is better suited to a qualified technician.

A reset may temporarily clear the code, but the error will return if the underlying cause has not been corrected. If the shipping hardware is the issue, removing it will resolve the problem permanently. For wiring or component failures, the fault must be repaired before the code stays cleared.