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Frigidaire · Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer

Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer E5C Error Fix: Motor Control Board Overheated

Same as E5A/E5B — motor control board overheated. Check ventilation and replace board if the problem persists.

High severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error E5C on the Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer means: Motor Control Board Overheated. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Motor Control Board After Testing” (hard difficulty, ~90 min, DIY cost: $15-$25). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer

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When to Call a Professional

While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

This is a high severity error — continued use may cause damage or a safety hazard
The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $120-$180.

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FFRE4120SW2 6.7 cu ft Front Load Electric Dryer

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FFRG4120SW 6.7 cu ft Front Load Gas Dryer

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GLTE2940FS 5.8 cu ft Gallery Electric Dryer

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Other Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer Error Codes

E11

Fill Time Too Long

2 fixes

E13

Water Leak or Pressure Sensor Air Leak

2 fixes

E14

Dispenser Drawer Not Closed

Drains Slowly

Drain Pump Relay Failed

2 fixes

E24

Drain Pump Relay Failed

2 fixes

E31

Pressure Sensor Communication Failure

2 fixes

E35

Overfill Detected

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer Error E5C

What does error code E5C mean on a Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer?

Error code E5C on the Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer means: Motor Control Board Overheated. Same as E5A/E5B — motor control board overheated. Check ventilation and replace board if the problem persists.

How do I fix error code E5C on my Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer?

The most successful fix is "Replace Motor Control Board After Testing" (hard difficulty, ~90 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code E5C on a Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer serious?

This error is rated high severity. You should address it promptly — continued use could cause damage or safety concerns.

Can I fix Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer error E5C myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Motor Control Board After Testing") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 90 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter, Labeling tape, Needle-nose pliers.

How much does it cost to repair Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer error E5C?

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer have?

The Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer has 8 other known error codes, including: E11 (Fill Time Too Long), E13 (Water Leak or Pressure Sensor Air Leak), E14 (Dispenser Drawer Not Closed), E21 (Drains Slowly), E23 (Drain Pump Relay Failed), and 3 more.

Which other Frigidaire models have the E5C error?

Error code E5C also appears on 6 other Frigidaire models: FCED4900HW 8.0 cu ft Electric Dryer with Quick Dry, FCGD4900HW 8.0 cu ft Gas Dryer with Quick Dry, FFRE4120SW 7.0 cu ft Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield and Sensor Dry, FFRE4120SW2 6.7 cu ft Front Load Electric Dryer, FFRG4120SW 6.7 cu ft Front Load Gas Dryer, GLTE2940FS 5.8 cu ft Gallery Electric Dryer. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer have?

The Frigidaire Frigidaire FLCE7522AW Electric Stacked Laundry Center with 4.5 cu ft Washer and 5.5 cu ft Dryer has 8 other known error codes:

E11 — Fill Time Too Long (2 fixes)
E13 — Water Leak or Pressure Sensor Air Leak (2 fixes)
E14 — Dispenser Drawer Not Closed (2 fixes)
E21 — Drains Slowly (2 fixes)
E23 — Drain Pump Relay Failed (2 fixes)
E24 — Drain Pump Relay Failed (2 fixes)
E31 — Pressure Sensor Communication Failure (2 fixes)
E35 — Overfill Detected (2 fixes)

Which other Frigidaire models have the E5C error?

Error code E5C also appears on 6 other Frigidaire models:

FCED4900HW 8.0 cu ft Electric Dryer with Quick Dry (dryer) · 2 fixes
FCGD4900HW 8.0 cu ft Gas Dryer with Quick Dry (dryer) · 2 fixes
FFRE4120SW 7.0 cu ft Electric Dryer with Wrinkle Shield and Sensor Dry (dryer) · 2 fixes
FFRE4120SW2 6.7 cu ft Front Load Electric Dryer (dryer) · 2 fixes
FFRG4120SW 6.7 cu ft Front Load Gas Dryer (dryer) · 2 fixes
GLTE2940FS 5.8 cu ft Gallery Electric Dryer (dryer) · 2 fixes

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