Frigidaire FFCD2413US 24 in Built-In Dishwasher 60 dBA Er-12 Error Fix: Drain Valve Position Error

Error code Er-12 on the Frigidaire FFCD2413US 24 in Built-In Dishwasher 60 dBA means: Drain Valve Position Error. The drain valve position sensor is detecting an incorrect valve position. The control board cannot confirm the drain valve is in the correct open or closed position. Check the position sensor and its wire harness connections. Inspect the drain valve for mechanical issues preventing full travel. Verify the valve moves freely between open and closed positions. Replace the drain valve assembly if the position sensor or valve mechanism is defective.

The most successful fix is "Test and Replace Drain Valve Assembly with Position Sensor" (medium difficulty, ~50 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $25-$45. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Replace Drain Valve Assembly with Position Sensor") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 50 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter, Pliers, Flashlight.

DIY cost: $25-$45. Professional repair typically costs $110-$170. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Frigidaire FFCD2413US 24 in Built-In Dishwasher 60 dBA has 8 other known error codes, including: Er-01 (Water Leak Detected), Er-02 (Thermistor/Turbidity Sensor Failure), Er-03 (Wash Motor Failure), Er-04 (Upper Fan/Vent Failure), Er-05 (Upper Vent Failure), and 3 more.

Error code Er-12 also appears on 2 other Frigidaire models: FFCD2418US 24 in Front Control Built-In Dishwasher 48 dBA, Frigidaire FGID2468UF 24 in Gallery Integrated Built-In Dishwasher with OrbitClean Wash System. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.