Maytag Washing Machine: loud during spin cycle
What is this symptom?
Is your Maytag washing machine loud during the spin cycle? You may hear grinding, clanking, or rattling noises. These issues are often caused by an unbalanced load, faulty suspension components, or foreign objects in the drum. Addressing these problems promptly can prevent further damage and ensure smooth operation.
Important Tips for Maytag Models
- Some Maytag top‑load models have tub bearings integrated into the transmission which may require transmission replacement rather than separate bearing replacement
Possible Causes
Unbalanced laundry load
How to Identify: Heavy items clumped on one side, loud thumping and vibration, noise decreases when load is redistributed
Part: Drum/load distribution
Faulty suspension system (shocks or suspension rods)
How to Identify: Banging, clanging, or excessive vibration; drum moves excessively within cabinet during spin
Part: Shock absorbers / suspension springs/rods
Foreign objects in drum or pump/filter
How to Identify: Clanking or rattling noise; noise stops after removing objects like coins or buttons
Part: Drum interior / drain pump filter
Drive pulley or belt issues
How to Identify: Squealing, slapping, or irregular noises; visible belt wear or loose pulley
Part: Drive pulley / drive belt
Motor coupling or transmission component wear
How to Identify: Noise correlated with motor engagement, intermittent loud noise
Part: Motor coupling / transmission
DIY Solutions
Redistribute laundry to balance load
- Pause washer mid-cycle
- Open drum and redistribute clothes evenly around drum
- Avoid mixing heavy and light items; restart spin cycle
Check and remove foreign objects
- Turn off and unplug washer
- Inspect drum and remove visible foreign objects
- If front-load, check drain pump filter for trapped items and clear debris
- Restart washer to test noise
Level washer and adjust feet
- Unplug washer
- Place level on top to check front‑to‑back and side‑to‑side
- Adjust leveling feet until machine is level and stable
- Plug in and test spin cycle
Next step
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Confirm the diagnosis before ordering. An error code can identify the system involved, but it does not prove that a specific part has failed.
Most relevant component to inspect
Washer Shock Absorber
Dampens tub movement and vibration during high-speed spin cycles.
- Typical part-only price
- $25 - $100
- DIY difficulty
- Medium
- Estimated time
- 45-90 mins
Where can I find the model number?
Check the rating label around the door, lid, frame, rear panel, or inside the appliance cabinet. Use the complete model number, including suffixes.
Verify the complete model and part number on the retailer's compatibility page before ordering.
Other parts options
Check related components first; use model search as a fallback.
Drain Pump
Pumps waste water out of the appliance during the drain cycle.
Drive Belt
Transfers rotational power from the motor to turn the drum or tub.
Washer Motor Coupling
Transfers motor power to the washer transmission on models that use a direct-drive coupling.
Model-compatible Washing Machine parts
Enter the complete model number to browse compatible replacement parts. This is a model-based parts search, not a diagnosis that a specific component failed.
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Optional routine care
Maintenance supplies
These products support cleaning or routine upkeep. They are separate from the possible repair components above and are not claimed to fix this error code or symptom.
Washing Machine Cleaner Tablets
Routine tub-cleaning supplies for residue and odor control. They do not repair a mechanical, drainage, or electronic fault.
Braided Washer Inlet Hoses
A maintenance replacement option for visibly worn external fill hoses. Verify thread size, length, and hot/cold connection requirements.
Washer Drain Hose Holder
Helps secure an external drain hose at the standpipe. It does not correct an internal pump or control fault.
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Professional Repairs
Replace drum bearings
Replace suspension components (shocks/springs)
Replace drive belt/pulley or motor coupling
When to Call a Professional
Preventive Maintenance
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Check pockets before every wash: Foreign object related noise/damage
Frequency: every load -
Level washer periodically: Vibration and imbalance issues
Frequency: monthly -
Balance loads properly: Noise from imbalance
Frequency: every wash
Frequently Asked Questions
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References & Sources
Community Analytical Insights
Guidance from available sources; statistical claims are shown only for samples of at least 10 discussions
Common Issues Reported by Users
- Bad bearings (2 mentions)
User Suggested Solutions
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Replace bad bearings with a repair kit
Limited-source guidance; percentages and success-rate claims are not shown
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Sources
Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:
Community Discussions
very loud in the spin cycle
The loud noise is likely caused by bad bearings in the gearcase, which is a common issue for this model.
Loud during spin cycle, not shaking
Possible bad bearing; a kit may be available for repair.
Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair
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