Maytag Top Load Washer Error Code LdL: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Maytag top load washer error code LdL means: The lid isn't locking. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: check under the lid.

Quick facts

Code	LdL
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag top load washer
System	Door / lock
Official meaning	The lid isn't locking. [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 LdL means on a Maytag top load washer

The lid isn't locking. [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 top load washer error code LdL (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.

Check under the lid. An item in the load may be stopping the lid from locking.
Clean the lock. Check for detergent build-up around the lid lock.

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 LdL mean on a Maytag top load washer?

Maytag lists LdL as follows: The lid isn't locking.

Is it safe to keep using the top load washer with LdL?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Maytag top load washer error LdL myself?

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

Sources

https://producthelp.maytag.com/Laundry/Washers/Product_Info/Washer_Product_Assistance/Error_Codes_in_Top_Load_HE_Washers (official)

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