Maytag Washing Machine: making noise during spin cycle
What is this symptom?
Is your Maytag washing machine making loud noises during the spin cycle? Unusual sounds like thumping, banging, or grinding can indicate issues such as an unbalanced load or worn bearings. Addressing these problems promptly can prevent further damage and ensure your washer operates smoothly.
Important Tips for Maytag Models
- Maytag washers have features like Advanced Vibration Control™ Plus and balancing rings, but loud noises beyond normal operational sounds may indicate issues like worn bearings or suspension components.
- Some Maytag top-load washers have non-serviceable tub bearings integrated into transmission requiring full transmission replacement if bearings wear.
Possible Causes
Unbalanced or uneven load distribution
How to Identify: Noise occurs primarily with large/heavy single items or visibly uneven loads; washer may vibrate or rock.
Part: Laundry load/distribution
Worn or damaged tub/drum bearings
How to Identify: Grinding/rumbling noise when manually spinning drum; noise persists regardless of load distribution.
Part: Tub bearing assembly
Foreign objects in drum or pump
How to Identify: Rattling or clunking sounds; visual inspection reveals coins, buttons, or debris.
Part: Drum/pump area
Faulty or worn drive pulley or drive belt
How to Identify: Squealing, thumping, or scraping noise from bottom of washer; visible belt damage or loose pulley nut when inspected.
Part: Drive pulley/belt
Worn suspension/shock absorbers or suspension rods
How to Identify: Loud banging, rocking, or excessive drum movement during spin; drum bounce test shows excessive movement.
Part: Suspension system
Damaged clutch or motor coupling
How to Identify: Noise coincides with engagement of spin; clicking or failure to spin sometimes accompanies noise.
Part: Clutch/motor coupling
DIY Solutions
Redistribute laundry and balance load
- Stop washer mid-cycle and open door.
- Redistribute wet clothes evenly around the drum to balance weight.
- Avoid washing a single heavy item alone; add similar weight items if necessary.
- Restart spin cycle to check if noise persists.
Check for foreign objects in drum and drain pump
- Unplug washer and open drum.
- Visually inspect drum interior and gasket for coins, keys, or debris.
- Locate and open drain pump filter (front-load models) and remove any trapped debris.
- Reassemble and test spin cycle.
Inspect and adjust washer leveling
- Place bubble level on top of washer.
- Adjust each foot by turning until machine is level side-to-side and front-to-back.
- Tighten foot locks and run a test spin cycle.
Inspect drive belt and pulleys for wear
- Unplug washer and access back panel.
- Inspect drive belt for cracks, fraying, or slack.
- Check drive pulley for wobble and ensure nut is tight.
- Replace belt or pulley as needed then reassemble.
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
Drum Bearing Kit
Supports the spinning drum and ensures smooth, quiet rotation during cycles.
- Typical part-only price
- $40 - $95
- DIY difficulty
- Hard
- Estimated time
- 120-180 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.
Drive Belt
Transfers rotational power from the motor to turn the drum or tub.
Washer Shock Absorber
Dampens tub movement and vibration during high-speed spin cycles.
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 tub bearings and seals
Replace suspension/shock absorbers or suspension rods
Replace drive pulley or belt
Replace clutch or motor coupling
When to Call a Professional
Preventive Maintenance
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Level washer periodically: Uneven load vibration and noise
Frequency: monthly -
Check pockets before washing: Foreign object noise
Frequency: each load -
Inspect belts and suspension components: Wear-related spin cycle noise
Frequency: annually
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
- Loose or worn-out drive belt
- Unbalanced load or improperly loaded drum
- Faulty motor coupler
- Worn bearings or tub seal
- Loose or damaged suspension springs
User Suggested Solutions
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Check and tighten the drive belt. Unplug the washer, remove the back panel, and inspect the belt for wear or looseness. Replace if necessary.
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Redistribute the load in the drum. Open the washer door, rearrange the clothes evenly, and run a short spin cycle to test.
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Inspect and replace the motor coupler. Disconnect the power, remove the cabinet, and check the coupler for damage. Replace if needed.
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Examine the bearings and tub seal for wear. If they are worn, you will need to disassemble the washer to replace them.
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Check the suspension springs for damage. If they are loose or broken, they will need to be replaced to stabilize the drum.
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
making loud noise in the last minute of the wash
Tightening a loose torx bolt under the washer resolved the noise issue.
Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair
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