Kenmore top-load and front-load washers have gone through several manufacturing eras, and the specific error code behavior on the display can vary depending on which company actually built the machine — but the underlying failure points are consistent: a clogged drain pump or kinked hose behind standing water, a worn door lock or lid switch behind a machine that won’t start its spin cycle, or a failing load-balance sensor behind excessive shaking.
We diagnose the actual part to blame rather than swapping parts by guesswork, and we carry the pumps, hoses, and door-lock assemblies that fail most often across Kenmore’s washer lineup, current and older alike.
Common Washer Problems
Washer won't drain, leaving water in the drum
Machine stops mid-cycle or won't finish spinning
Excessive shaking or banging during the spin cycle
Door or lid won't unlock after the cycle ends
Water leaking from underneath the machine
Washer won't power on at all
Washer Error Codes
Recognize a code on your display? Look it up before you unplug anything or attempt a repair.
dL / dU (110 / Whirlpool-built Oasis)
Kenmore Washer dL and dU Codes (110-Prefix Oasis, Lid Lock)
F41 / F50 / F51 (110 / Whirlpool-built Oasis)
Kenmore Washer F41, F50 and F51 Codes (110-Prefix Oasis, Rotor Sensing)
F52 / F53 / F54 (110 / Whirlpool-built Oasis)
Kenmore Washer F52, F53 and F54 Codes (110-Prefix Oasis, Motor Drive)
F40 / F44 / F72 (110 / Whirlpool-built Oasis)
Kenmore Washer F40, F44 and F72 Codes (110-Prefix Oasis)
Ld / LF (Calypso)
Kenmore Calypso Washer Ld and LF Codes (Long Drain, Long Fill)
CA / CI / LS / Ob (Calypso)
Kenmore Calypso Washer CA, CI, LS and Ob Codes
Er / Or / Sr / CE (Calypso)
Kenmore Calypso Washer Er, Or, Sr and CE Control Codes
nd / nF / OE (402-prefix)
Kenmore Washer nd, nF and OE Codes (402-Prefix Front-Load)
FL / LO / ds (402-prefix)
Kenmore Washer FL, LO and ds Codes (402-Prefix, Door Lock)
3E / Hr / 2E / AE (402-prefix)
Kenmore Washer 3E, Hr, 2E and AE Codes (402-Prefix)
LE / lE / tE / dc / E2 (402-prefix)
Kenmore Washer LE, lE, tE, dc and E2 Codes (402-Prefix)
oL / F70 (110 / Whirlpool-built Oasis)
Kenmore Washer oL and F70 Codes (110-Prefix Oasis, Overloaded)
Popular Kenmore Washer Models
Kenmore 417-Series Top-Load Washer
Model # Frigidaire/Electrolux-built Kenmore top-load washer, model prefix 417
Kenmore 405-Series Compact Washer
Model # Kenmore compact/portable washer, model prefix 405 (e.g. 405.2916)
Kenmore Twin-Load Washer
Model # Kenmore twin-tub washer format — two independent wash tubs in a single cabinet
Kenmore Legacy Portable Washer
Model # Kenmore portable washer, connects temporarily to a kitchen or utility faucet rather than a dedicated laundry hookup
Kenmore Legacy Suds-Saver Top-Load Washer
Model # Whirlpool-built Kenmore top-load washer with Suds-Saver feature, mechanical timer dial
Kenmore Legacy Super Capacity Washer
Model # Whirlpool-built Kenmore “Super Capacity” branded large-tub top-load washer
Why Trust Us With Your Kenmore Washer
- We confirm which manufacturer built this specific washer before recommending any repair.
- Parts stocked for the washer failures that come up most often, current models and older generations alike.
- A flat price you approve before work starts on your washer — no changes once we begin.
- This washer repair is backed by our 30-day workmanship guarantee, and manufacturer part coverage can still apply on top of it.

