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Whirlpool Washing Machine F22 Error Code

Door lock failed after six attempts

What this error means

F22 appears when the door lock motor cannot achieve a locked position after six tries. Whirlpool front-loaders will not fill or spin until the latch confirms closure. You may hear repeated lock attempts before the code displays.

Common causes

  • Broken door tab that inserts into the lock hole
  • Clothing trapped in the door gasket fold preventing full closure
  • Misaligned strike plate on the cabinet frame
  • Failed door lock motor or wiring at the DLS harness

Step-by-step fixes

  1. 1Remove fabric from the gasket fold and press the door until a single lock click is heard
  2. 2Inspect the plastic tab on the door edge for cracks and replace the door if broken
  3. 3Power-cycle by unplugging for two minutes, then close the door firmly and restart
  4. 4Listen at the lock during start—a buzzing with no click points to a failed latch motor

When to call a technician

Replace the door lock assembly if the door physically closes but F22 appears every cycle.

Affected models

  • Whirlpool WFW560CHW
  • Whirlpool WFW8620HC
  • Whirlpool WFW9150FW
Medium30 min

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