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

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

Maytag top load washer error code LdU means: Objects on the lid are preventing it from unlocking. [1] Keep using it? Yes. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: clear the lid.

Quick facts

Code	LdU
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag top load washer
System	Door / lock
Official meaning	Objects on the lid are preventing it from unlocking. [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 LdU means on a Maytag top load washer

Objects on the lid are preventing it from unlocking. [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 LdU (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.

Clear the lid. Remove objects, such as a laundry basket, from the top of the washer.

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 LdU mean on a Maytag top load washer?

Maytag lists LdU as follows: Objects on the lid are preventing it from unlocking.

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

Yes.

Can I fix Maytag top load washer error LdU myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: clear 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.