F18
Speed Queen · TR5003WN 3.2 cu ft Top Load Washer with Stainless Steel Tub and Classic Agitator
The washer fails to start any cycle due to electrical faults, faulty start switch, or control board issues. This error is triggered when the control board does not detect a valid start signal.
Error F18 on the Speed Queen TR5003WN 3.2 cu ft Top Load Washer with Stainless Steel Tub and Classic Agitator means: Washer Won't Start. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Control Board” (hard difficulty, ~75 min, DIY cost: $180-$220). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer
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While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $300-$450.
The Speed Queen TR5003WN 3.2 cu ft Top Load Washer with Stainless Steel Tub and Classic Agitator has 8 other known error codes:
Error code F18 also appears on 1 other Speed Queen model:
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