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KitchenAid Dishwasher F7E2 Error Code
Wash motor error on KitchenAid dishwashers.
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The control has picked up a fault with the wash (circulation) motor, the pump that sprays water through the arms. KitchenAid gives no homeowner fix beyond a reset.
Compatible models
Turns up on KitchenAid built-in dishwashers with F#E# codes; there's no published model list.
Also shown as
No other codes are listed for this fault.
Difficulty
Try the basic checks, but the usual fix is a technician's job.
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How to fix KitchenAid F7E2
Reset it
Kill the power for 30 seconds at the plug or breaker, then switch it back on.
Run a short cycle and listen
Start a quick cycle and listen for the hum of washing after the fill. Silence after the fill, or the code coming back, means it's time for service.
When to call a technician
Book a technician if the code returns. The wash motor and its connections need diagnosis inside the unit.
Parts linked to F7E2
These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.
Order parts by your full model number so they fit.
Step-by-step guides for this problem
Frequently asked questions
Which KitchenAid models show the F7E2 code?
Turns up on KitchenAid built-in dishwashers with F#E# codes; there's no published model list.
Can I fix KitchenAid F7E2 myself?
Only the basic checks. You can safely try the steps above, but F7E2 usually points to a part or fault that needs a technician.
Other KitchenAid dishwasher codes
- F9E1Long drain (water not pumping out)
- F9E2Drain motor error
- F8E4Water found in the drip tray
- F8E5Fill valve stuck open
- F8E2Fill valve electrical fault
- H2ONo water detected
- F6E1User interface or main control error
- F6E3Too many suds
- F6E4Float switch error
- F4E2 / F4E3Heating system error
- F3E2Thermistor or OWI sensor fault
- F1E1Control module fault
- F1E2 / F2E2Main control communication error
- F2E1Stuck key or console error
- FAE4 / F10E4Diverter valve error
- FAE5 / F10E5Diverter leak
- Sanitize light flashingSanitize temperature not reached
- Control lock light flashingControls locked or asleep
Last reviewed 2026-10-19. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.