KitchenAid
All KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Codes
Every known KitchenAid dishwasher error code with plain-English explanations, difficulty ratings, and step-by-step DIY fix guides.
23 error codes
F1E1
The main electronic control board has a stuck relay, preventing normal operation.
Professional
30–60 minutes
F1E2
The electronic control board's memory (MCU) has become corrupted.
Professional
30–60 minutes
F2E1
A button on the dishwasher's control panel is stuck, sending a continuous signal.
Moderate
15–30 minutes
F2E2
The user interface control cannot communicate with the main electronic control board.
Advanced
30–60 minutes
F3E1
The water temperature sensor (thermistor) or optical water indicator sensor has failed.
Advanced
30–45 minutes
F3E2
The thermistor or OWI sensor has a short circuit or failed calibration.
Advanced
30–45 minutes
F3E3
The drain hose check valve has failed, allowing dirty water to flow back into the dishwasher.
Moderate
20–40 minutes
F5E1
The door switch is not detecting the door position correctly, and the cycle won't start.
Moderate
15–30 minutes
F6E1
The dishwasher is not filling with water properly.
Moderate
15–30 minutes
F6E2
The water inlet valve has an electrical failure and cannot open to fill the dishwasher.
Advanced
30–45 minutes
F7E1
The dishwasher's heating element is not working, so water cannot be heated properly.
Advanced
30–60 minutes
F8E1
The dishwasher is draining too slowly, leaving standing water in the tub.
Moderate
15–30 minutes
F9E1
The control board cannot detect the position of the diverter disc that directs water to spray arms.
Advanced
30–60 minutes
F4E4
The dishwasher has detected a communication error with the circulation pump motor.
Advanced DIY
30-60 minutes
F5E2
The dishwasher detects the door has not been opened between cycles.
Moderate
20-40 minutes
F6E3
The dishwasher has detected suds or air trapped in the water pump system.
Easy Fix
15-30 minutes
F6E4
The dishwasher's overfill protection float switch is stuck in the open position.
Moderate
15-30 minutes
F6E6
The dishwasher has detected that the incoming water temperature is too low for proper operation.
Easy Fix
10-20 minutes
F7E2
The dishwasher has detected that the heating element relay is stuck on and will not turn off.
Advanced DIY
30-60 minutes
F8E2
The dishwasher has detected an electrical fault with the drain pump motor.
Advanced DIY
30-60 minutes
F9E2
The dishwasher's diverter motor relay is stuck in the on position.
Advanced DIY
30-60 minutes
F9E3
The dishwasher cannot detect the diverter disc in the pump outlet.
Moderate
20-40 minutes
FAE1
The dishwasher has detected an electrical problem with the detergent dispenser mechanism.
Moderate
20-45 minutes