Maytag Dryer Error Code F07 — What It Means & How to Fix It

What Does This Error Mean?

F07 means the heater relay on your Maytag dryer's main control board has failed. The relay is the switch on the board that sends power to the heating element. When it fails, the dryer either stops heating entirely or, in rare cases, cannot shut the heater off — both require the control board to be replaced.

Affected Models

Maytag MEDB835DW
Maytag MEDC215EW
Maytag MED5500FW
Maytag Bravos Dryer

Common Causes

Heater relay on the main control board has failed open — the heating element receives no power
Heater relay has failed closed — the element cannot be switched off, causing overheating
Control board has experienced a power surge that damaged the relay circuit
Wiring between the control board and heating element is loose or burned
Dryer was run repeatedly with a blocked vent, degrading the relay through repeated thermal stress

How to Fix It

Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes and then restart a short cycle to confirm F07 is consistent.

A power reset occasionally clears a transient board fault. If F07 returns immediately, the relay has genuinely failed.
Check whether the dryer tumbles but produces no heat.

F07 cuts the heater but leaves the motor running. Clothes will tumble cold. This symptom confirms the relay — not the element or thermal fuse — is the cause.
Check the wiring connections at the heating element inside the dryer if you are comfortable doing so.

A loose or burned connector at the element can sometimes mimic a relay fault. Disconnect and firmly reseat each connector on the element terminals.
If wiring checks out, have a technician test the control board and replace it.

Control boards for Maytag dryers typically cost $80 to $200 for the part. Confirm the diagnosis before ordering — a technician can do this quickly.

When to Call a Professional

F07 almost always means the main control board needs to be replaced — the relay is soldered onto the board and is not a serviceable part on its own. A technician can confirm the diagnosis and replace the board in a single visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F07 always a control board failure?

In the vast majority of cases, yes. The heater relay is part of the control board and cannot be replaced independently. Before replacing the board, a technician should verify the wiring to the element is intact — a burned wire can produce similar symptoms.

Will the dryer still run after F07?

The drum will usually still tumble — F07 only interrupts power to the heating element. Do not run the dryer for extended cycles without heat as this wastes energy and may suggest the fault is worsening.

How much does a Maytag dryer control board replacement cost?

A replacement control board for a Maytag dryer typically costs $80 to $200 for the part depending on the model. With technician labor, the total repair usually runs $200 to $350.