Maytag Front Load Washer Error Code dET: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Maytag front load washer error code dET means: No detergent cartridge is detected in the dispenser (select models). If you use single-load doses, you can ignore it. [1] Keep using it? Yes. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: seat the cartridge.

Quick facts

Code	dET
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag front load washer
System	Dispenser
Official meaning	No detergent cartridge is detected in the dispenser (select models). If you use single-load doses, you can ignore it. [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 dET means on a Maytag front load washer

No detergent cartridge is detected in the dispenser (select models). If you use single-load doses, you can ignore it. [1]

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

How to fix Maytag front load washer error code dET (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.

Seat the cartridge. Make sure the cartridge is inserted correctly and the drawer is fully shut.

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 dET mean on a Maytag front load washer?

Maytag lists dET as follows: No detergent cartridge is detected in the dispenser (select models). If you use single-load doses, you can ignore it.

Is it safe to keep using the front load washer with dET?

Yes.

Can I fix Maytag front load washer error dET myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: seat the cartridge. 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_Front_Load_Washers (official)

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