Maytag Washer Error Code F50

F50 means the washer detected a motor stall. The rotor position sensor (RPS) monitors whether the motor is actually rotating, and when it senses no rotation while the motor is commanded to run, the control board sets this fault. The cause can be mechanical, such as a blocked or restricted drum, or electrical, such as a failed sensor or motor component.

No, you should not continue using the washer while this fault is active. A stalled motor can overheat and cause further damage to the motor windings or control board. Address the underlying cause before running another cycle.

Repair cost depends heavily on the root cause. Removing a shipping pack or clearing an obstruction costs nothing. Replacing drum bearings typically runs between $150 and $350 in parts and labor. A new rotor position sensor is generally a lower-cost fix, often in the $50 to $150 range including labor, while a motor or motor control board replacement can range from $200 to $500 or more depending on parts pricing and local labor rates.

Start by unplugging the washer and attempting to rotate the wash basket by hand. If it does not spin freely, look for obstructions, check that all shipping materials have been removed, and inspect the drum bearings. If the basket turns freely with no restriction, the problem is likely electrical and requires testing the RPS circuit, motor wiring, and motor control board following the TEST #3 diagnostic procedure.

A reset may temporarily clear the fault code, but the error will return if the underlying cause is not corrected. If the basket is blocked, the motor will stall again as soon as the washer attempts to run. Resetting is not a repair and should only be done after identifying and fixing the root cause.