Dishwasher error codes: reviewed brand-by-brand guides
Look up reviewed dishwasher error-code diagnostics by brand, with manufacturer source links, safe first checks, and clear service boundaries.
Start by copying the complete display code before clearing it. The same characters can represent different conditions on different manufacturers, so the brand-specific path matters. These guides use official support material as the preferred evidence layer and do not turn a code into an unsupported part diagnosis.
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Amana dishwasher error codes
Bosch dishwasher error codes
Electrolux dishwasher error codes
Frigidaire dishwasher error codes
GE Appliances dishwasher error codes
Haier dishwasher error codes
Kenmore dishwasher error codes
KitchenAid dishwasher error codes
LG dishwasher error codes
Maytag dishwasher error codes
Samsung dishwasher error codes
Whirlpool dishwasher error codes
Why a code may still require follow-up questions
The control reports what it detected, not necessarily the root cause. A code can be triggered by an installation condition, blocked path, load or detergent issue, door or water-supply condition, or a component that needs professional testing. Appliance Verdict therefore keeps the code as the entry point and asks only the external or observational questions supported by the reviewed manufacturer material.
Manufacturer source basis
- Amana — Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading
- Bosch USA — E15 Bosch Dishwasher Error Code
- Bosch USA — Bosch Dishwasher Error Codes: Troubleshooting Guide
- Bosch USA — E22 Bosch Dishwasher Error Code
- Bosch USA — Bosch Dishwasher Error Code E24
- Bosch USA — E25 Bosch Dishwasher Error Code
- Electrolux Owner Center — Dishwasher Error Code CL or Cd - Door is open
- Electrolux Owner Center — Dishwasher Error Codes and Alarms Guide
- Electrolux — Dishwasher Error Code i20 - Unit did not drain properly
- Electrolux Owner Center — Dishwasher Error Code i40 - Clogged filter or sump
- Frigidaire Owner Center — Dishwasher Error Code CL or Cd - Door is open
- Frigidaire Owner Center — Dishwasher Error Codes and Alarms Guide
- Frigidaire Owner Center — Dishwasher Error Code Hd or HO - Heat delay or heater on mode activated
- Frigidaire — Dishwashers - Not Draining
- Frigidaire — Dishwasher Error Code i20 - Unit did not drain properly
- GE Appliances — Dishwasher - Error, Fault or Function Codes
- GE Appliances — Dishwasher - Error, Fault or Function Codes
- GE Appliances — Dishwasher - Not Draining
- Haier Appliances — Haier Dishwasher - 999 Error Code Appears in Display
- KitchenAid Product Help — F6E1 - Dishwasher
- KitchenAid Product Help — Dishwasher Error Codes - Reading
- KitchenAid Product Help — F7E2 - Dishwasher
- KitchenAid Product Help — F8E1 / H20 - Dishwasher
- KitchenAid Product Help — F8E4 - Dishwasher
Use the exact owner/support documentation for your model when it differs from general guidance. Appliance Verdict is independent and is not endorsed by the manufacturers cited.
Safety boundary
Dishwashers combine water, electricity, heaters, pumps, and hidden plumbing connections. Stop for active leaking near electrical components, shock, smoke, or any check that requires energized internal testing or bypassing leak protection.
Do not defeat interlocks or protection systems just to clear an error. Stop for smoke, sparking, electrical shock, active uncontrolled leaking, a gas odor, or repeated breaker trips.