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F5E1

Maytag · MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry

Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry F5E1 Error Fix: Door Latch Not Engaging

The self-clean door latch will not lock. Check latch motor. Verify latch not obstructed. Replace latch assembly.

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Quick Answer

Error F5E1 on the Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry means: Door Latch Not Engaging. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace the Door Latch Assembly” (hard difficulty, ~60 min, DIY cost: $20-$30). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · oven

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When to Call a Professional

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

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: $130-$180.

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MED6630HW 7.3 cu ft Electric Dryer with Extra Power

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MEW9630FZ 30" Smart Single Wall Oven with Air Fry

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MGD6630HW 7.3 cu ft Gas Dryer with Extra Power

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Other Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry Error Codes

BURNER LOW FLAME

Burner Flame Low or Uneven

2 fixes

BURNER WONT LIGHT

Cooktop Burner Will Not Light

2 fixes

DOOR STUCK AFTER CLEAN

Door Will Not Open After Self-Clean

Oven Overtemperature

Main Control Board Failure

Calibration Shifted

Shorted Keypad

Stuck Key

People Also Ask About Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry Error F5E1

What does error code F5E1 mean on a Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry?

Error code F5E1 on the Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry means: Door Latch Not Engaging. The self-clean door latch will not lock. Check latch motor. Verify latch not obstructed. Replace latch assembly.

How do I fix error code F5E1 on my Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry?

The most successful fix is "Replace the Door Latch Assembly" (hard difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$30. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code F5E1 on a Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry serious?

This error is rated warning severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry error F5E1 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace the Door Latch Assembly") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Needle-nose pliers.

How much does it cost to repair Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry error F5E1?

DIY cost: $20-$30. Professional repair typically costs $130-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry have?

The Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry has 8 other known error codes, including: BURNER LOW FLAME (Burner Flame Low or Uneven), BURNER WONT LIGHT (Cooktop Burner Will Not Light), DOOR STUCK AFTER CLEAN (Door Will Not Open After Self-Clean), F1E0 (Oven Overtemperature), F1E1 (Main Control Board Failure), and 3 more.

Which other Maytag models have the F5E1 error?

Error code F5E1 also appears on 8 other Maytag models: MDB4949SHZ 24" Front Control Built-In Dishwasher, MDB8959SKZ 24" Top Control Smart Dishwasher with Third Level Rack, MED6630HW 7.3 cu ft Electric Dryer with Extra Power, MER7700LZ 5.3 cu ft Smart Electric Range with Air Fry, MEW9630FZ 30" Smart Single Wall Oven with Air Fry, MGD6630HW 7.3 cu ft Gas Dryer with Extra Power, and 2 more. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry have?

The Maytag MGR7700LZ 5.0 cu ft Smart Gas Range with Air Fry has 8 other known error codes:

BURNER LOW FLAME — Burner Flame Low or Uneven (2 fixes)
BURNER WONT LIGHT — Cooktop Burner Will Not Light (2 fixes)
DOOR STUCK AFTER CLEAN — Door Will Not Open After Self-Clean (2 fixes)
F1E0 — Oven Overtemperature (2 fixes)
F1E1 — Main Control Board Failure (2 fixes)
F1E5 — Calibration Shifted (2 fixes)
F2E0 — Shorted Keypad (2 fixes)
F2E1 — Stuck Key (2 fixes)

Which other Maytag models have the F5E1 error?

Error code F5E1 also appears on 8 other Maytag models:

MDB4949SHZ 24" Front Control Built-In Dishwasher (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
MDB8959SKZ 24" Top Control Smart Dishwasher with Third Level Rack (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
MED6630HW 7.3 cu ft Electric Dryer with Extra Power (dryer) · 2 fixes
MER7700LZ 5.3 cu ft Smart Electric Range with Air Fry (oven) · 2 fixes
MEW9630FZ 30" Smart Single Wall Oven with Air Fry (oven) · 2 fixes
MGD6630HW 7.3 cu ft Gas Dryer with Extra Power (dryer) · 2 fixes
MHW6630HW 4.8 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam (washer) · 2 fixes
MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer (washer) · 2 fixes

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