Whirlpool Dishwashers Error Codes

F1E1

Dishwasher will not start; control panel lights may be frozen or unresponsive; sometimes beeps and then shuts off.

Main Control Board Failure

F1E2

Dishwasher display shows F1E2 and may not respond to button presses; some cycles may not start or may stop unexpectedly.

User Interface / Keypad Failure

F2E1

Dishwasher beeps and shows F2E1; buttons may seem stuck or unresponsive; some keys may appear to be always pressed.

Stuck or Shorted Keypad

F2E2

Dishwasher displays F2E2 and will not start a cycle; communication between UI and control is lost.

UI to Control Board Communication Error

F3E1

Dishwasher shows F3E1; water may be too hot or cycle stops shortly after filling; sometimes plastic items appear warped.

Water Temperature Sensor (NTC) Fault

F3E2

Dishwasher displays F3E2; may not heat water properly; dishes come out cold and wet.

Heater Drive Circuit Failure

F4E1

Dishwasher shows F4E1 and will not fill with water; you may hear a humming or clicking but no water enters.

Water Inlet Valve Failure

F4E2

Dishwasher displays F4E2; unit may overfill or not detect water level correctly; sometimes water may reach the door lip.

Overfill / Float Switch Fault

F4E3

Dishwasher shows F4E3; water fills but spray arms do not move; dishes remain dirty; you may hear a low hum.

Wash Motor Not Running / Low Pump Pressure

F4E4

Dishwasher displays F4E4; water may not circulate properly; sometimes only one spray arm works.

Diverter Valve Failure

F5E1

Dishwasher shows F5E1; door will not latch or cycle will not start; display may indicate door open even when closed.

Door Switch / Latch Failure

F5E2

Dishwasher displays F5E2; door may be detected as open during a cycle; cycle may pause or stop unexpectedly.

Door Not Latching During Operation

F6E1

Dishwasher shows F6E1; unit does not fill with water; you may hear the drain pump but no fill.

No Water / Water Inlet Fault

F6E2

Dishwasher displays F6E2; water fills but level is not detected correctly; may underfill or overfill.

Water Level / Flow Meter Error

F6E4

Dishwasher shows F6E4; unit may stop mid-cycle and drain; sometimes water is found in the base pan.

Float Switch / Overfill Protection Activated

F6E6

Dishwasher displays F6E6; unit may not sense water temperature or turbidity correctly; wash performance is poor.

OWI (Optical Water Indicator) / Turbidity Sensor Fault

F7E1

Dishwasher shows F7E1; water does not heat; cycles may run long and dishes are not dried.

Heater Not Enabled / Heating Fault

F7E2

Dishwasher displays F7E2; heater may be stuck on or overheating; plastic items may warp or there may be a hot smell.

Heater Stuck On / Overheat Condition

F8E1

Dishwasher shows F8E1; unit may not drain; standing water remains in the bottom after cycle.

Drain Pump Failure / Drain System Blockage

F8E2

Dishwasher displays F8E2; drain pump may run continuously even when tub is empty.

Drain Pump Stuck On / Drain Control Fault

F8E4

Dishwasher shows F8E4; water detected in drip tray/base pan; unit may not start and may run drain pump.

Leak Detected in Base Pan

F9E1

Dishwasher displays F9E1; unit drains for an unusually long time or times out; may not complete cycle.

Long Drain / Drain Time-Out

F9E2

Dishwasher shows F9E2; drain pump may not run when commanded; standing water remains.

Drain Pump Electrical Fault

F9E4

Dishwasher displays F9E4; drain pump may run at unexpected times; intermittent draining issues.

Drain Sensor / Pressure Switch Fault (on some models)

Symptom

Detergent pod or powder remains in dispenser at end of cycle.

Detergent Dispenser Not Opening or Poor Water Spray

Symptom

Dishwasher fills with water but does not wash; spray arms do not move; dishes remain dirty.

Circulation Pump / Wash Motor Failure

Symptom

Dishwasher has a burning or electrical smell during operation.

Overheating Electrical Component or Motor

Symptom

Dishwasher has a strong musty or moldy odor when opened.

Biofilm / Bacterial Growth in Tub and Sump

Symptom

Dishwasher is leaking water from the front of the door onto the floor.

Door Seal / Gasket Leak

Symptom

Dishwasher is not drying dishes; items come out wet and cool; no heated dry effect.

No Dry / Heater or Venting Issue

Symptom

Dishwasher leaks from underneath; water appears on the floor under the unit.

Under-Tub Leak / Sump or Hose Failure

Symptom

Dishwasher makes a high-pitched squealing or whining noise during operation.

Worn Pump Bearings or Motor

Symptom

Dishwasher makes loud grinding or rattling noises during wash.

Foreign Object in Pump / Sump Area

Symptom

Dishwasher powers on but will not start a cycle; Start button blinks or nothing happens when pressed.

Start Circuit / Door Latch Interlock Issue

Symptom

Dishwasher runs but dishes are not getting clean; food remains on plates and glasses are cloudy.

Poor Wash Performance / Low Spray Pressure

Symptom

Dishwasher stops mid-cycle and shuts off; may resume if Start is pressed again.

Intermittent Power or Overheat Protection

Symptom

Dishwasher vibrates excessively or moves during operation.

Installation / Leveling Issue

Symptom

Dishwasher will not power on at all; no lights or display; appears completely dead.

No Power / Line Voltage Supply Failure

Symptom

Rust spots appearing on racks or tub components.

Rack Coating Failure / Corrosion

Symptom

Top rack dishes are not getting clean while bottom rack is mostly fine.

Upper Spray Arm / Feed Tube Issue

Symptom

Water remains in the bottom of the dishwasher between cycles; slow seep back into tub.

Backflow from Sink / Improper Drain Hose Installation

Symptom

White film or chalky residue on dishes and inside tub.

Hard Water / Poor Rinse Performance