Maytag Dishwasher Error Code F9E2: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Maytag dishwasher error code F9E2 means: There's a drain motor error. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: knockout plug.

Quick facts

Code	F9E2
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag dishwasher
System	Drain
Official meaning	There's a drain motor error. [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

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What error code F9E2 means on a Maytag dishwasher

There's a drain motor error. [1]

This is a drain 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 F9E2 (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.

Knockout plug. On new installs, make sure the disposer knockout plug was removed.
Clear clogs. Check the disposer and drain for clogs.
Hose routing. Straighten the drain hose and make sure it's routed correctly inside the frame.
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

F9E2 returns after a power cycle
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 F9E2 mean on a Maytag dishwasher?

Maytag lists F9E2 as follows: There's a drain motor error.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with F9E2?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Maytag dishwasher error F9E2 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: knockout plug. 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/F9E2_-_Dishwasher (official)

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