ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesKenmore 417 series digital display model front-load washer Error Codes: Full List & Meanings
Every Kenmore 417 series digital display model front-load washer error code in the Kenmore 417 series digital display model front-load washer error-code chart, as published by Sears PartsDirect, with its meaning. Codes vary by model, so confirm in your owner's manual. Support: Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician.
Codes by system
All Kenmore 417 series digital display model front-load washer error codes
Codes marked "Reset only" or "Service" have no separate page because the manufacturer publishes no owner fix beyond a reset or a service call.
| Code | Meaning | System | Owner action |
|---|---|---|---|
| E11 | Fill time too long. An improperly installed drain hose causes fill water to siphon out through the washer drain. | Water fill | See page |
| E13 | Water leak in the tub or air leak in the water level pressure sensor air hose. | Leak protection | Reset only |
| E21 | Drains slowly. | Drain | See page |
| E31 | Water level pressure sensor isn't communicating with the electronic control board. Also: E32 | Water fill | Service |
| E35 | Water level pressure sensor detects overfill. | Leak protection | Service |
| E38 | Clogged air trap. | Water fill | See page |
| E41 | Control detects the door open. | Door / lock | Service |
| E43, E45, E48 | Control detects a problem with the door lock circuit. Also: E4A | Door / lock | Service |
| E47 | Control detects an open door lock circuit in spin mode. | Door / lock | Service |
| E52 | Bad signal from the drive motor tachometer. The tachometer is built into the drive motor and can't be replaced separately. | Motor / drive | Service |
| E53 | Low voltage to the motor control board. | Motor / drive | Service |
| E54 | Drive motor over speed. The tachometer is built into the drive motor and can't be replaced separately. | Motor / drive | Service |
| E55 | Drive motor under speed. | Motor / drive | Reset only |
| E57 | High current on the drive motor. Also: E58 | Motor / drive | Reset only |
| E59 | No tachometer signal for 3 seconds. | Motor / drive | Service |
| E5A | Motor control board is overheated. The motor control board is defective. Also: E5C | Motor / drive | Service |
| E5D | Communication failure between the electronic control board and the motor control board. Also: E5F | Motor / drive | Service |
| E67 | Incorrect voltage supply to the microprocessor on the electronic control board. | Power supply | Reset only |
| E68 | Heater failure. The heater should measure approximately 14 ohms of resistance. | Heating | See page |
| E71 | Heater temperature sensor error. | Heating | Service |
| E75 | Failed water temperature sensor circuit. | Heating | Service |
| E91 | Communication problem. Also: E92 | Control / electronics | Service |
| E93, E94, | Electronic control board or user interface board failure. Also: E97 | Control / electronics | Service |
| E98 | Motor control communication problem. Also: E9F | Motor / drive | Service |
| EA1 | Incoming power frequency out of limits. | Power supply | Service |
| EA2 | Power supply voltage above 130 VAC. | Power supply | Service |
| EA3 | Power supply voltage lower than 100 VAC. | Power supply | Service |
| EA5 | Main voltage sensing failure. | Power supply | Service |
| EAE | Line safe relay sensing failure. | Power supply | Service |
| EF1 | Clogged drain pump. | Drain | Reset only |
| EF2 | Too much suds. | Suds / detergent | See page |
| EF6 | Control reset. | Control / electronics | Reset only |
| EF8 | Stuck button. | Control / electronics | Service |
Symptoms
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: Kenmore 417 series digital display model front-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Kenmore.