When your frigidaire fftw4120sw is most likely to develop issues, based on community repair data and manufacturer patterns.
Released: 2021Typical lifespan: 10 yearsRepairability: 8/105 known failure types
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Overall Risk by Age
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Key Milestones
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Warranty ends
1 year
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Typical lifespan
10 years
Known Failure Points
The most common failure types, sorted by when they typically appear.
Water Inlet Valve Failure
Water inlet valves control hot and cold water flow into the machine. Mineral deposits from hard water or electrical failure cause no-fill, slow-fill, or dangerous continuous-fill conditions.
moderate
Probability over timePeak: 30%
1 yearPeak: 3.5 years6 years
Affects: 30% of devices
Repair cost: ~$90
DIY: easy
⚠️ Safety risk
Warning signs:
Machine takes longer to fill
Water temperature inconsistent
Machine fills when turned off
Hammering noise when water valve opens
Drain Pump Failure
The drain pump removes water during drain and spin cycles. Pump impellers can crack, motors burn out, or debris clogs the pump housing. One of the most common washing machine repairs across all brands.
moderate
Probability over timePeak: 40%
1 yearPeak: 4 years7 years
Affects: 40% of devices
Repair cost: ~$150
DIY: moderate
Warning signs:
Machine not draining completely
Unusual humming or grinding during drain cycle
Water remaining in drum after wash
Error codes related to drainage
Lid Switch Failure
The lid switch is a safety interlock that prevents the machine from spinning with the lid open. The switch mechanism wears from repeated opening and closing, eventually failing to register the lid as closed.
moderate
Probability over timePeak: 30%
1.5 yearsPeak: 4 years6.5 years
Affects: 30% of devices
Repair cost: ~$90
DIY: easy
Warning signs:
Machine won't start or advance past fill cycle
Spin cycle does not engage
Machine stops mid-cycle when lid is bumped
Clicking sound when closing lid without machine responding
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