Maytag Dryer Error Code ERR: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Maytag dryer error code ERR means: The door isn't fully closed and latched. [1] Keep using it? Yes. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: latch the door.

Quick facts

Code	ERR
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag dryer
System	Door / lock
Official meaning	The door isn't fully closed and latched. [1]
Keep using it?	Yes
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 ERR means on a Maytag dryer

The door isn't fully closed and latched. [1]

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

How to fix Maytag dryer error code ERR (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.

Latch the door. Push the door to engage the latch. Some models have upper and lower latches.

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 ERR mean on a Maytag dryer?

Maytag lists ERR as follows: The door isn't fully closed and latched.

Is it safe to keep using the dryer with ERR?

Yes.

Can I fix Maytag dryer error ERR myself?

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

Sources

https://producthelp.maytag.com/Laundry/Dryers/Dryer/Error_Codes/Other_Error_Codes/ERR_-_Error_Code_-_Dryer (official)

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