Common error codes our technicians see in the field. Find your code, learn what it means, and book a diagnostic if you need one.
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Below are 30 common KitchenAid error codes our technicians see in the field, ordered by severity. Find your code, see what it typically means, and call us if you need expert help. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F1 E0 | Main control board communication error. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will check wiring harness integrity and may replace the main control board. |
| F1 E1 | User interface control board communication error. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will inspect wiring and connections to the user interface board, potentially replacing the board. |
| F1 E2 | User interface board failure. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will replace the user interface control board. |
| F1 E3 | Main control board failure. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will replace the main control board. |
| F10 E0 | Refrigerator defrost system fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will inspect the defrost heater, thermostat, and control board, replacing faulty components. |
| F10 E1 | Refrigerator defrost heater circuit fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will test the defrost heater for continuity and check associated wiring. |
| F10 E2 | Refrigerator defrost thermostat fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will test the defrost thermostat and replace if it is not functioning correctly. |
| F12 E0 | Refrigerator main control board fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will diagnose and replace the main control board if found to be defective. |
| F12 E1 | Refrigerator user interface board fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will inspect and potentially replace the user interface control board. |
| F13 E0 | Refrigerator fan motor fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will test the condenser or evaporator fan motor and replace if it has failed. |
| F2 E0 | Oven temperature sensor fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will test the oven temperature sensor (thermistor) and replace if it is out of calibration or shorted. |
| F2 E1 | Oven temperature sensor circuit fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will check the wiring harness for the oven temperature sensor for breaks or shorts. |
| F2 E2 | Oven temperature sensor open circuit. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will test the oven temperature sensor and replace if the circuit is open. |
| F7 E0 | Dishwasher circulation pump motor fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will test the circulation pump motor and replace if it has failed. |
| F7 E1 | Dishwasher circulation pump motor circuit fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will check the wiring to the circulation pump for damage or loose connections. |
| F8 E0 | Dishwasher heating system fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will test the heating element and thermostat, replacing components as needed. |
| F8 E1 | Dishwasher heating element circuit fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will check the wiring to the heating element for breaks or shorts. |
| F9 E0 | Dishwasher control panel communication error. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will inspect wiring between the main control and user interface, potentially replacing a control board. |
| F9 E1 | Dishwasher control panel failure. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will replace the user interface control panel. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F11 E0 | Refrigerator ice maker system fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will inspect the ice maker module, water fill tube, and associated sensors for issues. |
| F11 E1 | Refrigerator ice maker fill fault. Models: Architect Series, Professional Series Fix: Technician will check the water inlet valve and fill tube for the ice maker. |
| F3 E0 | Dishwasher water level sensor fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will inspect the water level sensor and its connections, replacing if faulty. |
| F3 E1 | Dishwasher water level sensor circuit fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will check the wiring to the water level sensor for damage or loose connections. |
| F3 E2 | Dishwasher water level sensor stuck. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will check for obstructions around the water level sensor or replace the sensor. |
| F4 E0 | Dishwasher drain system fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will inspect the drain pump, filter, and hoses for blockages or malfunctions. |
| F4 E1 | Dishwasher drain pump motor fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will test the drain pump motor and replace if it has failed. |
| F5 E0 | Dishwasher inlet valve fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will test the water inlet valve and replace if it is not opening or closing properly. |
| F5 E1 | Dishwasher inlet valve circuit fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will check the wiring to the water inlet valve for damage or loose connections. |
| F6 E0 | Dishwasher door latch fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will inspect the door latch mechanism and switch for proper operation and replace if necessary. |
| F6 E1 | Dishwasher door latch switch fault. Models: Architect Series Fix: Technician will test the door latch switch and replace if it is not sending the correct signal. |
KitchenAid codes often correspond to a broader appliance issue. Match your code to a symptom below:
Call us — we've seen most KitchenAid codes in the field. transparent service-call pricing (applied to repair).
Error code meanings are based on field observation by our technicians. Some codes may indicate multiple underlying issues — a diagnostic visit confirms the root cause. We are an independent appliance repair service and not affiliated with KitchenAid or its parent manufacturer. Codes shown reflect common scenarios across the KitchenAid product line; specific behavior may vary by model year and configuration.
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