KitchenAid dishwasher owners see F2E0 when user interface / keypad is in play. Use this guide, then schedule independent diagnosis with Artisan Repair if it returns.
Reviewed by Liam Porter · Last reviewed August 11, 2026
Written by
Liam Porter Appliance Care EditorPublished September 2, 2026
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Error codeF2E0
ApplianceDishwasher
Affected model seriesKitchenAid models that publish fault codes in the use & care or tech sheet
Quick answer
Decode F2E0 for KitchenAid dishwasher owners: User interface / keypad.
Model compatibility: KitchenAid reuses codes across series and model years, so F2E0 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
A user-interface or keypad communication issue. Check for stuck buttons, then power-cycle. Control generations differ across KitchenAid lines — photograph the full code and rating label before ordering parts.
Signs
Symptoms you may notice
The dishwasher displays F2E0 and controls respond oddly
F2E0 appears at start-up or mid-cycle
Buttons or programs behave inconsistently with F2E0
Why it happens
Possible causes
An internal control or wiring fault
A communication issue between components
A transient electronics glitch
Before you call
Safe checks you can make
These are simple, non-hazardous checks only. If anything is unclear, stop and contact a technician.
Confirm stable power at the outlet
Perform a manufacturer-approved restart once
Record the full model number for the technician
Record the full KitchenAid model and serial numbers before contacting a technician
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Please avoid
What not to attempt
Do not open internal panels or access high-voltage components
Do not bypass door locks, safety switches or interlocks
Get help
When to call a technician
For recurring F2E0, independent service is safer than guessing parts. Artisan Repair will diagnose on site and estimate before any repair.
Seeing this code on your KitchenAid appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair. Independent service — not an official KitchenAid service center.
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