GE · Washing Machine
GE Washing Machine E013 Error Code
Overflow or overfill detected
What this error means
E013 means the water level exceeded maximum—pressure switch saw overfill or inlet valve stuck open.
How E013 is detected
GE washing machine models lock the door or lid before energizing fill, heat, or high-speed spin. E013 means the latch switch never sent a "locked" signal to the main control, or the lock motor did not complete its travel. On GE GFW550SSNWW, GE GFW850SPNRS, and similar variants, clothing caught in the gasket, a misaligned strike, or a failed latch assembly are the most common mechanical causes—not the board itself.
Inspect the door gasket perimeter and strike alignment before replacing the latch. Inlet valve stuck open is reported frequently on this code. After correcting mechanical issues, turn off hot and cold supply now. If the latch clicks but E013 persists, the door lock switch or wiring harness to the control board likely needs testing with a multimeter.
Do not force the door open during an active cycle; wait for the lock to release when the board de-energizes the lock motor—usually two to three minutes after canceling power on most GE units.
Common causes
- Inlet valve stuck open
- Pressure hose disconnected
- Prior drain fault leaving water
- Control fill relay welded
Step-by-step fixes
- 1Turn off hot and cold supply now
- 2Unplug and run drain if safe
- 3Inspect pressure tube to control
- 4Do not wash until tub verified empty and valves shut
When to call a technician
Water entering while unplugged requires inlet valve replacement urgently.
Affected models
- GE GFW550SSNWW
- GE GFW850SPNRS
- GE GFW650SSNWW
Prevention & maintenance
- Wipe the door gasket weekly and avoid overloading items against the seal—E013 often starts as a slow leak or latch misalignment.
- Record when E013 appears in the cycle and whether it clears after a 60-second power reset on your GE washing machine—that detail speeds diagnosis if you call service.
- Keep the model and serial number from the rating plate when ordering parts for E013; GE uses multiple revisions with different harness lengths and board firmware.
- Photograph wiring connector orientation before disconnecting any component while troubleshooting E013; reversed plugs on pumps and valves cause immediate repeat faults.