Frigidaire Washing Machine E57 error code

The motor's inverter (the board that drives the motor) is drawing too much electrical current. It shut down to protect itself from damage.

Also shown as: E57

Last updated: October 6, 2026

Quick answer: Frigidaire washing machine error code E57: high current on inverter. The most common cause is overloaded drum straining the motor. Try this first — reduce the load size. If that does not clear it, check the drum by hand. If the code persists, call a qualified technician.

What causes the E57 error?

  • Overloaded drum straining the motor
  • Seized or worn motor bearings
  • Shorted motor windings
  • Wiring short in the motor circuit
  • Failing inverter (motor control) board

How to fix Frigidaire E57 — step by step

Work through these in order, from simplest and safest first. Stop as soon as the code clears.

  1. Reduce the load size
    Take out bulky items like comforters and run smaller loads. Fill the drum loosely, no more than about three-quarters full. Overloading is the number one homeowner-fixable cause of E57.
  2. Check the drum by hand
    Unplug the washer and try rotating the drum by hand. It should turn with smooth, even resistance. If it grinds, sticks, or feels crunchy, the bearings or motor are failing mechanically.
    Safety warning: Always unplug the washer before reaching near the drum or motor area.
  3. Cool down and power-reset
    Unplug the washer for 10 minutes to let the inverter cool and reset, then run a small test load. If E57 returns on a light load, the problem is electrical, not the load size.
  4. Call a technician for motor and inverter testing
    High current on the inverter with normal loads points to shorted motor windings, bad bearings, or a failing inverter board. All three need professional testing with a meter.

When to call a technician

Stop and call a qualified technician if any of these apply:
  • E57 appears even with small, balanced loads
  • The drum grinds or resists turning by hand
  • You smell hot electrical insulation or burning
  • The motor or inverter board needs replacement

Frequently asked questions

Can overloading the washer cause E57?

Yes. An overloaded drum forces the motor to draw far more current than designed, and the inverter shuts down with E57 to protect itself.

E57 only happens with big loads. Is the motor dying?

Reduce the load first and reset. If E57 appears with small, normal loads too, the motor or inverter board is failing.

Can I keep resetting E57 and finishing the load?

Repeated high-current shutdowns stress the inverter board. Fix the cause promptly instead of resetting and continuing.

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FixCode provides general troubleshooting information only — not professional repair advice. If you are unsure about any step, stop and call a qualified technician. Repairs done incorrectly can be dangerous and may void your warranty.

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