Maytag MFI2570FEZ Repair Guide
A Whirlpool-built French-door sold under the Maytag badge with a 10-year limited parts warranty on the compressor. Parts and service procedures are shared with the equivalent Whirlpool models, which keeps repairs affordable and parts easy to source well after the model went out of production.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator compartment warming, freezer fine | Evaporator fan motor or icing over the coil | Replace evaporator fan; address the defrost cause | — | $200–$400 |
| Ice maker stops filling or produces hollow cubes | Water inlet valve or ice maker module | Replace inlet valve or ice maker assembly | WPW10312696 | $180–$400 |
| Puddles inside and ice sheeting the freezer floor | Defrost drain clogged | Clear drain, fit heater clip | — | $120–$250 |
| Clicking every few minutes and slowly warming | Start relay or compressor | Swap-test the start device before condemning the compressor | W11092533replaces W10798748 | $150–$900 |
| Door not sealing, condensation around the opening | Door gasket deformed or hinge sag | Replace gasket; adjust or shim hinge | — | $150–$350 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic mode | Enter via the control panel key sequence; faults display as flashing indicators |
| PO | Power outage indicator — press to clear, not a fault |
| Sabbath icon | Sabbath mode active — disables lights and displays, often mistaken for a control failure |
Tech notes
The compressor carries a 10-year limited parts warranty on this generation, so on a sealed-system diagnosis it is always worth pulling the model and serial and checking coverage — the part may be free even when the labour is not.
Sources
Where the safety, regulatory and warranty claims on this page come from. Repair costs are our own figures based on Arizona market rates and OEM parts pricing.
- Stationary Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Section 608) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant handling rules and the certification required to open a sealed system.
- Section 608 Technician Certification U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Which certification type covers household refrigerators and freezers.
Cost guides for this machine’s common repairs
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