KitchenAid dishwasher support & repair
Troubleshooting, error codes and repair costs for KitchenAid dishwashers. Our data covers 658 KitchenAid dishwasher models across 57 engineering platforms.
Common KitchenAid dishwasher problems
Dishwasher not draining
A dishwasher that leaves a pool of dirty water is blocked somewhere between the filter and the sink drain: a clogged…
Dishwasher not cleaning dishes
When dishes come out dirty, the service documentation starts with the cycle choice, the filters and whether the spray…
Dishwasher not filling with water
A dishwasher that won't fill is checked at the supply first: the shutoff valve under the sink and the supply line…
Dishwasher not drying dishes
Poor drying is checked first as a settings and supplies issue: no rinse aid, the heated dry option off, or plastics…
Dishwasher leaking
A dishwasher leak is traced by where and when the water appears. Suds from the wrong detergent, a unit that is not…
Dishwasher won't start
A dishwasher that won't start is first checked for power and a latched door. The control lock, a delay start, a paused…
Dishwasher lights blinking
Blinking lights on a dishwasher are messages. A slowly blinking Start/Resume light means the cycle is paused, a…
KitchenAid dishwasher error codes
| Code | Meaning | Models |
|---|---|---|
| F1E1 | Control: ACU relay or triac failure / Control: pilot relay stuck on (varies by model) | 111 |
| F1E2 | Control: software issue / Control: MCU (motor control) failure (varies by model) | 39 |
| F2E1 | User interface: stuck key | 51 |
| F2E2 | User interface: no response from UI | 36 |
| F3E1 | Thermistor/OWI: open or shorted / Thermistor/OWI: open (varies by model) | 111 |
| F3E2 | OWI: failed calibration / Thermistor/OWI: shorted (varies by model) | 111 |
| F3E3 | OWI: failed calibration | 42 |
| F4E2 | Heater: open, unplugged or failed relay | 72 |
| F4E3 | Heater: relay shorted or heater failed / Wash motor: motor not running (varies by model) | 93 |
| F4E4 | Wash motor: motor failure | 15 |
| F5E1 | Door switch: door stuck open | 69 |
| F5E2 | Door switch: door stuck closed | 72 |
| F6E1 | Inlet water: low or no water / User interface: no response from ACU (varies by model) | 72 |
| F6E2 | Inlet water: fill valve electrical problem | 42 |
| F6E3 | Inlet water: suds or air in pump | 42 |
| F6E4 | Inlet water: float switch open (overfill) | 42 |
| F6E7 | Inlet water: flow meter | 15 |
| F6E8 | Inlet water: water softener regeneration valve electrical problem | 21 |
| F7E1 | Wash motor failure / Heating: no heat (varies by model) | 108 |
| F7E2 | Variable-speed wash motor failure / Heating: heater stuck on (varies by model) | 108 |
| F7E4 | RIF filter plugged | 72 |
| F8E1 | Inlet water: no water / tap closed | 72 |
| F8E2 | Inlet water: fill valve electrical problem / Draining: drain motor electrical problem (varies by model) | 93 |
| F8E3 | Inlet water: very low water, suds or air in pump / Draining: drain stuck on (varies by model) | 93 |
| F8E4 | Overfill / float switch open / Draining: drain motor electrical problem (varies by model) | 90 |
| F8E5 | Inlet water: fill valve stuck open | 75 |
| F9E1 | Draining: not draining / Diverter: can't find position (varies by model) | 108 |
| F9E2 | Draining: drain motor electrical problem / Diverter: stuck on (varies by model) | 108 |
| F9E3 | Diverter: disk missing | 42 |
| F9E4 | Diverter: lower spray arm error | 15 |
| F10E1 | Other: dispenser electrical problem | 42 |
| F10E2 | Other: vent wax motor electrical problem | 15 |
| F10E3 | Other: drying fan error | 42 |
| F10E5 | Diverter leak detected | 72 |
| F12E1 | Smart Grid: connectivity module not communicating | 15 |
| F12E2 | Smart Grid: no link to wireless router | 15 |
| F12E3 | Smart Grid: no link to internet | 15 |
| F12E5 | Smart Grid: antenna B problem | 15 |
| F12E7 | Smart Grid: provisioning problem | 15 |
| 1-1 | Control: pilot relay stuck on | 185 |
| 1-2 | Control: software issue | 185 |
| 2-1 | User interface: stuck key | 185 |
| 2-2 | User interface: no response from UI | 123 |
| 3-1 | Thermistor/OWI: open | 185 |
| 3-2 | Thermistor/OWI: shorted | 185 |
| 3-3 | OWI: failed calibration | 185 |
| 4-1 | Wash motor: no communication | 31 |
| 4-2 | Wash motor: motor communication error | 31 |
| 4-3 | Wash motor: motor not running | 113 |
| 4-4 | Wash motor: motor failure | 83 |
| 5-1 | Door switch: door stuck open | 185 |
| 5-2 | Door switch: door stuck closed | 185 |
| 6-1 | Inlet water: low or no water | 185 |
| 6-2 | Inlet water: fill valve electrical problem | 185 |
| 6-3 | Inlet water: suds or air in pump | 185 |
| 6-4 | Inlet water: float switch open (overfill) | 185 |
| 6-6 | Inlet water: cool water | 169 |
| 6-7 | Inlet water: flow meter | 184 |
| 6-8 | Inlet water: water softener regeneration valve electrical problem | 184 |
| 7-1 | Heating: no heat | 185 |
| 7-2 | Heating: heater stuck on | 185 |
| 8-1 | Draining: slow drain | 185 |
| 8-2 | Draining: drain motor electrical problem | 144 |
| 8-3 | Draining: drain stuck on | 144 |
| 8-4 | Draining: drain motor electrical problem | 83 |
| 9-1 | Diverter: can't find position | 130 |
| 9-2 | Diverter: stuck on | 130 |
| 9-3 | Diverter: disk missing | 130 |
| 9-4 | Diverter: lower spray arm error | 59 |
| 10-1 | Other: dispenser electrical problem | 185 |
| 10-2 | Other: vent wax motor electrical problem | 169 |
| 10-3 | Other: drying fan error | 185 |
| 12-1 | Smart Grid: connectivity module not communicating | 15 |
| 12-2 | Smart Grid: no link to wireless router | 15 |
| 12-3 | Smart Grid: no link to internet | 15 |
| 12-5 | Smart Grid: antenna B problem | 15 |
| 12-7 | Smart Grid: provisioning problem | 15 |
How KitchenAid dishwashers are organized
Models are grouped by engineering platform: models on the same platform share their service documentation, fault-code list and most diagnostic steps, even when they carry different brand names. That is why we ask for the model number when you have it.
| Type | Docs from | Models | Codes | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher | 2006 | 93 | 0 | KUDA03CTBS, KUDA03CTWH, KUDB03CTBS |
| Dishwasher | 2001 | 91 | 0 | KUDC01IMBL, KUDC01IMWH, KUDI01DLBL |
| Dishwasher | 2012 | 40 | 27 | KDFE304DBL, KDFE304DBT, KDFE304DSS |
| Dishwasher | 2025 | 39 | 16 | KDFM404KBS, KDFM404KPS, KDFS424SBE |
| Dishwasher | 2011 | 33 | 0 | KUDC03FVBL, KUDC03FVSS, KUDC03FVWH |
| Dishwasher | 2011 | 31 | 29 | KUDE20FXBL, KUDE20FXSS, KUDE20FXWH |
| Dishwasher | 2012 | 29 | 24 | KUDC10FBBL, KUDC10FBSS, KUDC10FBWH |
| Dishwasher | 2025 | 27 | 20 | KDFE204KBL, KDFE204KBS, KDFE204KPS |
| Dishwasher | 2011 | 26 | 24 | KUDC10FXBL, KUDC10FXSS, KUDC10FXWH |
| Dishwasher | 2016 | 21 | 53 | KDFE104HBL, KDFE104HBS, KDFE104HPS |
KitchenAid dishwasher repair costs
| Repair | Typical range | Labor |
|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher drain pump replacement | $180–$400 | Moderate |
| Dishwasher water inlet valve replacement | $180–$360 | Light |
| Dishwasher door latch replacement | $180–$350 | Light |
| Dishwasher door switch replacement | $180–$320 | Light |
| Dishwasher detergent dispenser replacement | $180–$370 | Moderate |
| Dishwasher thermistor or turbidity sensor replacement | $180–$330 | Light |
| Dishwasher diverter motor replacement | $180–$390 | Moderate |
| Dishwasher heating element or drying fan replacement | $190–$410 | Moderate |
Typical total ranges for the Las Vegas area, parts and labor included. The final cost depends on diagnosis, the exact model, parts availability and whether other damage is found.
Repair or replace?
Dishwashers typically last 9–12 years. Use the repair-or-replace guide to weigh age, repair cost and condition.
KitchenAid dishwasher models
A selection of models with the most complete data. Use the lookup above for any model.
- KDFE104KBL
- KDFE104KPS
- KDFE104KWH
- KDFE105PPS
- KDFE204KBL
- KDFE204KBS
- KDFE204KPS
- KDFE204KWH
- KDFE304RPS
- KDFM404KBS
- KDFM404KPS
- KDFS334SPS
- KDFS424SBL
- KDFS424SWH
- KDPM604KBS
- KDPM604KPS
- KDPM704KPS
- KDPM804KBS
- KDPM804KPS
- KDPS424SBE
- KDPS424SJP
- KDTE204KBL
- KDTE204KBS
- KDTE204KPS
All 146 KitchenAid dishwasher models A–Z →
KitchenAid dishwasher repair in Las Vegas
We repair Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, JennAir, Amana and other Whirlpool-family appliances in Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin and Boulder City. A model number helps but is never required to book.