Common error codes our technicians see in the field. Find your code, learn what it means, and book a diagnostic if you need one.
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Below are 30 common Hotpoint error codes our technicians see in the field, ordered by severity. Find your code, see what it typically means, and call us if you need expert help. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 3E | Washing machine motor error. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will test motor and drive components, replace if necessary. |
| 5E | Washing machine drain error. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will check drain pump, filter, and hose for obstructions. |
| dE | Washing machine door lock error. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will inspect door latch assembly and wiring, replace if needed. |
| F1 | Main control board communication error. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will check wiring harness and replace main control board if necessary. |
| F2 | Oven temperature sensor error. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will test oven temperature sensor and replace if faulty. |
| F3 | Oven temperature sensor reading too high. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will inspect oven sensor and wiring for shorts or obstructions. |
| F4 | Oven temperature sensor reading too low. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will test oven sensor and wiring for breaks or poor connections. |
| F7 | Oven heating element failure. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will test heating elements and replace if open or shorted. |
| F9 | Oven control board communication error. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will inspect wiring and replace main control board. |
| H2 | Dishwasher heating element failure. Models: HPD Fix: Technician will test heating element and replace if faulty. |
| H5 | Dishwasher drain error. Models: HPD Fix: Technician will inspect drain pump and hose for blockages. |
| H7 | Dishwasher control board communication error. Models: HPD Fix: Technician will check wiring and replace main control board. |
| LE | Washing machine water leak detected. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will inspect pump, hoses, tub seal, and water connections for leaks. |
| oE | Washing machine water overflow error. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will inspect water level sensor, inlet valve, and drain system. |
| t01 | Oven temperature sensor error. Models: HPS, HTS Fix: Technician will test oven temperature sensor and replace if faulty. |
| t02 | Oven temperature sensor reading too high. Models: HPS, HTS Fix: Technician will inspect oven sensor and wiring for shorts or obstructions. |
| t03 | Oven temperature sensor reading too low. Models: HPS, HTS Fix: Technician will test oven sensor and wiring for breaks or poor connections. |
| t05 | Oven heating element failure. Models: HPS, HTS Fix: Technician will test heating elements and replace if open or shorted. |
| t07 | Oven control board communication error. Models: HPS, HTS Fix: Technician will inspect wiring and replace main control board. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dPF | Dishwasher filter or pump obstruction. Models: HPD Fix: Technician will clean or replace dishwasher filter and check drain pump. |
| F5 | Oven door lock error. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will inspect door lock mechanism and replace if damaged. |
| F8 | Oven user interface or display error. Models: RAS, RGB Fix: Technician will check connections to the user interface and replace if faulty. |
| H4 | Dishwasher water fill error. Models: HPD Fix: Technician will check water inlet valve and water level sensor. |
| H9 | Dishwasher door latch error. Models: HPD Fix: Technician will inspect door latch mechanism and replace if damaged. |
| iE | Washing machine water inlet error. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will check water supply valves, inlet hoses, and water level sensor. |
| t04 | Oven door lock error. Models: HPS, HTS Fix: Technician will inspect door lock mechanism and replace if damaged. |
| t06 | Oven user interface or display error. Models: HPS, HTS Fix: Technician will check connections to the user interface and replace if faulty. |
| tE | Washing machine temperature sensor error. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will test water temperature sensor and replace if faulty. |
| uE | Washing machine unbalanced load error. Models: HTW Fix: Technician will check load distribution, suspension components, and motor. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E0 | Dryer moisture sensor error. Models: HTX Fix: Technician will clean or replace moisture sensor bars. |
Hotpoint codes often correspond to a broader appliance issue. Match your code to a symptom below:
Call us — we've seen most Hotpoint codes in the field. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
Error code meanings are based on field observation by our technicians. Some codes may indicate multiple underlying issues — a diagnostic visit confirms the root cause. We are an independent appliance repair service and not affiliated with Hotpoint or its parent manufacturer. Codes shown reflect common scenarios across the Hotpoint product line; specific behavior may vary by model year and configuration.
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