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KitchenAid · KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range

KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range F5E2 Error Fix: Door Will Not Unlock

After a self-clean cycle, the door lock mechanism will not disengage. The oven may still be too hot (door won't unlock until ~500°F). Wait 1-2 hours for complete cooling. If still locked after cooling, the lock motor may have failed. Do NOT force the lock. Power cycle the oven and allow the control to attempt automatic unlock.

Medium severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error F5E2 on the KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range means: Door Will Not Unlock. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Door Lock Motor Assembly After Cooling” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $10-$20). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · oven

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When to Call a Professional

While many oven repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $150-$250.

Other KitchenAid Models with Error F5E2

KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish

dishwasher · 2 fixes

KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack

dishwasher · 2 fixes

KFEG500ESS 30 in. 5-Element Electric Convection Slide-In Range

oven · 2 fixes

KOSE500ESS 30 in. Single Wall Oven with Even-Heat True Convection

oven · 2 fixes

KWTW4815EW 3.8 cu. ft. Top Load Washer with Removable Agitator

washer · 2 fixes

Other KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range Error Codes

BURNER WON'T LIGHT

Surface Burner Continuous Sparking (Gas Only)

2 fixes

DOOR NOT CLOSING

Oven Door Not Closing Flush

2 fixes

ELEMENT BURNED OUT

Bake or Broil Element Burned Out (Electric)

2 fixes

F1E0

EEPROM Communication Error

2 fixes

F1E1

EEPROM Checksum Error

2 fixes

F1E2

Safety Relay Test Failed

2 fixes

F2E0

Shorted Keypad / Touch Interface

2 fixes

F2E1

Keypad Cable Disconnected

2 fixes

People Also Ask About KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range Error F5E2

What does error code F5E2 mean on a KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range?

Error code F5E2 on the KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range means: Door Will Not Unlock. After a self-clean cycle, the door lock mechanism will not disengage. The oven may still be too hot (door won't unlock until ~500°F). Wait 1-2 hours for complete cooling. If still locked after cooling, the lock motor may have failed. Do NOT force the lock. Power cycle the oven and allow the control to attempt automatic unlock.

How do I fix error code F5E2 on my KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range?

The most successful fix is "Replace Door Lock Motor Assembly After Cooling" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $10-$20. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code F5E2 on a KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range serious?

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

Can I fix KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range error F5E2 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Door Lock Motor Assembly After Cooling") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range error F5E2?

DIY cost: $10-$20. Professional repair typically costs $150-$250. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range have?

The KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range has 8 other known error codes, including: BURNER WON'T LIGHT (Surface Burner Continuous Sparking (Gas Only)), DOOR NOT CLOSING (Oven Door Not Closing Flush), ELEMENT BURNED OUT (Bake or Broil Element Burned Out (Electric)), F1E0 (EEPROM Communication Error), F1E1 (EEPROM Checksum Error), and 3 more.

Which other KitchenAid models have the F5E2 error?

Error code F5E2 also appears on 5 other KitchenAid models: KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish, KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack, KFEG500ESS 30 in. 5-Element Electric 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.

What other error codes does the KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range have?

The KitchenAid KFGD500ESS 30 in. 5-Burner Gas Convection Slide-In Range has 8 other known error codes:

BURNER WON'T LIGHT — Surface Burner Continuous Sparking (Gas Only) (2 fixes)
DOOR NOT CLOSING — Oven Door Not Closing Flush (2 fixes)
ELEMENT BURNED OUT — Bake or Broil Element Burned Out (Electric) (2 fixes)
F1E0 — EEPROM Communication Error (2 fixes)
F1E1 — EEPROM Checksum Error (2 fixes)
F1E2 — Safety Relay Test Failed (2 fixes)
F2E0 — Shorted Keypad / Touch Interface (2 fixes)
F2E1 — Keypad Cable Disconnected (2 fixes)

Which other KitchenAid models have the F5E2 error?

Error code F5E2 also appears on 5 other KitchenAid models:

KDFE104HPS 46 dBA Front Control Dishwasher with PrintShield Finish (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
KFEG500ESS 30 in. 5-Element Electric Convection Slide-In Range (oven) · 2 fixes
KOSE500ESS 30 in. Single Wall Oven with Even-Heat True Convection (oven) · 2 fixes
KWTW4815EW 3.8 cu. ft. Top Load Washer with Removable Agitator (washer) · 2 fixes

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