Maytag Dishwasher Error Code F6E4: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Maytag dishwasher error code F6E4 means: The overfill float switch is tripped. Incorrect leveling can cause this. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: level it.

Quick facts

Code	F6E4
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag dishwasher
System	Leak protection
Official meaning	The overfill float switch is tripped. Incorrect leveling can cause this. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code F6E4 means on a Maytag dishwasher

The overfill float switch is tripped. Incorrect leveling can cause this. [1]

This is a leak protection code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Maytag dishwasher error code F6E4 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on Maytag's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Level it. Level the dishwasher.
Power cycle. Cycle power.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code F6E4 mean on a Maytag dishwasher?

Maytag lists F6E4 as follows: The overfill float switch is tripped. Incorrect leveling can cause this.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with F6E4?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Maytag dishwasher error F6E4 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: level it. If it persists, call a technician or Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274.

Sources

https://producthelp.maytag.com/Dishwashers/Dishwasher/Error_Code_or_Flashing_Lights/Error_Codes/F6E4-_Dishwasher (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Maytag.