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Maytag Refrigerator F7E1 — Evaporator Fan Motor Fault

Maytag Refrigerator · Error code F7E1

What F7E1 Means

Control detected the evaporator fan motor is not running at the commanded speed, or feedback signal is missing. Cooling distribution will suffer.

Symptoms

  • F7E1 displayed
  • Freezer cold, fresh food warm
  • No air movement felt at vents
  • Fan noise absent or grinding

Common Causes

1
Iced fan blade

Frost from defrost issue is stopping the blade.

2
Failed evaporator fan motor

BLDC motor or its control failed.

3
Obstruction

Food or packaging contacting the blade.

4
Harness disconnect

Fan connector unseated during service.

How to Fix It

  1. Empty freezer and remove the rear inner panel to expose the evaporator fan.
  2. Inspect for ice buildup — if present, also troubleshoot defrost (see dE).
  3. Verify the fan blade spins freely by hand.
  4. Reseat the fan harness and run a service test cycle.
  5. Measure for supply voltage at the fan during a cooling call.
  6. Replace the evaporator fan motor if it has power but does not run.

Parts You May Need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Common replacement Evaporator fan motor View on Amazon→

More Maytag Refrigerator Codes

5uL 5uL — Sound Level Setting CF CF — Communication Failure (UI to Main) dE dE — Defrost System Error ER ER — General Error / Sensor Fault F1E1 F1E1 — Main Control Board Failure F2E1 F2E1 — Dispenser UI Communication Error

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: maytag.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.