KitchenAid KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish F2E1 Error Fix: User Interface Stuck Key

Error code F2E1 on the KitchenAid KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish means: User Interface Stuck Key. A button on the user interface (touch panel) is stuck or registering continuous input. Check for moisture or food debris on the control panel surface. Disconnect power for 60 seconds to reset. Replace the user interface board if persists. On KDTE204KPS, the top-control panel is particularly susceptible to steam damage from below.

The most successful fix is "Replace the User Interface Board" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $10-$20. 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 ("Replace the User Interface Board") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Non-contact voltage tester.

DIY cost: $10-$20. Professional repair typically costs $150-$220. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The KitchenAid KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish has 8 other known error codes, including: DISPENSER STUCK (Detergent Dispenser Not Opening), DOOR GASKET LEAK (Door Gasket Leaking), F1E1 (Control Board Stuck Key), F1E2 (Control Board Memory Error), F2E2 (User Interface Board Fault), and 3 more.

Error code F2E1 also appears on 5 other KitchenAid models: KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack, KFEG500ESS 30 in. 5-Element Electric Convection Slide-In Range, KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range, KOSE500ESS 30 in. Single Wall Oven with Even-Heat True Convection, KWTW4815EW 3.8 cu. ft. Top Load Washer with Removable Agitator. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.