What causes a dishwasher leaking?

A dishwasher leaking can be caused by leak, water, gasket, door seal issues. We track 100 error codes across 4 brands related to this symptom.

How do I fix a dishwasher leaking?

There are 200 community-ranked fixes for this symptom across 4 brands. The average fix success rate is 89%. Find your specific error code below for step-by-step instructions.

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Dishwasher Leaking

Water leaking from your dishwasher door or underneath? Find error codes for door gasket, spray arm, tub seal, and float switch issues.

100

Error Codes

Brands

200

DIY Fixes

89%

Avg Success

Magic Chef

2 codes

All Magic Chef codes

NOISY

Knocking or Rattling During Cycle

🍽️ MCSCD6W5 6-Place Setting Countertop Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Replace Spray Arm or Mounting Components

WHITE FILM

White Film on Interior Surfaces

🍽️ MCSCD6W5 6-Place Setting Countertop Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Dishwasher Water Softener or Install Water Softening System

Miele

42 codes

All Miele codes

SUMP GASKET LEAK

Sump Assembly Gasket Leak

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Sump Assembly Gasket

DRAIN PUMP FAIL

Drain Pump Failure

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Drain Pump Assembly

INLET VALVE FAIL

Water Inlet Valve Failure

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve

SPRAY ARM CLOG

Spray Arm Nozzle Blockage

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Remove and Deep Clean or Replace Spray Arms

F70

Float Switch Activated

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Float Switch Assembly

F69

AquaStop Leak Detection

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the AquaStop Inlet Hose Assembly

F68

Flow Meter Signal Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Flow Meter Assembly

F63

Water Intake Valve Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Water Intake Valve Assembly

F53

Flood Protection Activated

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Repair Leak Sources Including Door Seal and Pump Seals

F52

Aqua Sensor Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Aqua Sensor Assembly

F51

Pressure Switch Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Replace Pressure Switch and Air Hose Assembly

F47

Circulation Pump Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Circulation Pump and Capacitor

F42

Communication Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Main Control Board or User Interface Board

F32

AquaStop System Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the AquaStop Inlet Hose Assembly

F26

NTC Temperature Sensor Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the NTC Temperature Sensor

F25

Heating Fault — Temperature Not Reached

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heating Element and Temperature Sensor

F19

Flow Meter / Turbine Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Flow Meter Sensor

F14

Water Inlet Temperature Too Hot

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Water Inlet Valve to Prevent Excessive Heat Damage

F13

Water Inlet Temperature Too Cold

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Temperature Sensor

F12

Water Drainage Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Replace Drain Pump Assembly

F11

Water Intake Fault

🍽️ Miele G 7366 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve Solenoid

SUMP GASKET LEAK

Sump Assembly Gasket Leak

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Sump Assembly Gasket

DRAIN PUMP FAIL

Drain Pump Failure

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Drain Pump Assembly

INLET VALVE FAIL

Water Inlet Valve Failure

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Solenoid Valve

SPRAY ARM CLOG

Spray Arm Nozzle Blockage

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Remove and Deep Clean or Replace Spray Arms

F70

Float Switch Activated

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Float Switch Assembly

F69

AquaStop Leak Detection

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the AquaStop Inlet Hose Assembly

F68

Flow Meter Signal Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Flow Meter Assembly

F63

Water Intake Valve Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Water Intake Valve Assembly

F53

Flood Protection Activated

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Repair Leak Sources Including Door Seal and Pump Seals

F52

Aqua Sensor Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Aqua Sensor Assembly

F51

Pressure Switch Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Replace Pressure Switch and Air Hose Assembly

F47

Circulation Pump Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Circulation Pump and Capacitor

F42

Communication Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Main Control Board or User Interface Board

F32

AquaStop System Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the AquaStop Inlet Hose Assembly

F26

NTC Temperature Sensor Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the NTC Temperature Sensor

F25

Heating Fault — Temperature Not Reached

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heating Element and Temperature Sensor

F19

Flow Meter / Turbine Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Flow Meter Sensor

F14

Water Inlet Temperature Too Hot

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Water Inlet Valve to Prevent Excessive Heat Damage

F13

Water Inlet Temperature Too Cold

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Temperature Sensor

F12

Water Drainage Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Replace Drain Pump Assembly

F11

Water Intake Fault

🍽️ Miele G 5266 SCVi 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher with AutoDos· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve Solenoid

Samsung

30 codes

All Samsung codes

Half-Load Function Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Half-Load Sensor or Zone Wash Sensor

Over-Level During Drain

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Inspect and Replace the Drain Pump or Check Valve

Leak Detected (Alternate Display)

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Base Pan Leak Sensor and Inspect Internal Water Connections

LE1

Leak Detected — Hose/Connection

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Replace Damaged Hose or Hose Fittings Inside Dishwasher

Leak Detected — Base Pan

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Wash Pump Seal and Inspect Internal Hoses

Temperature Sensor Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)

HE1

Water Heater Overheating

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace High-Limit Thermostat, Temperature Sensor, and Heater Relay

Heater Error — Water Not Heating

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heater Element or Temperature Sensor

Water Overflow — Fill Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Water Inlet Valve and Inspect Fill Float Switch

Abnormal Water Temperature at Fill

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Replace the Inlet Water Valve Assembly

Low Water Level During Wash

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve

Water Reflector Error (WaterWall Models)

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the WaterWall Reflector Motor Assembly

Drainage Error — Not Draining

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Drain Pump Assembly

Water Supply Error — Not Filling

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve

Water Level Sensor Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Level Pressure Sensor Assembly

Half-Load Function Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Half-Load Sensor or Zone Wash Sensor

Over-Level During Drain

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Inspect and Replace the Drain Pump or Check Valve

Leak Detected (Alternate Display)

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Base Pan Leak Sensor and Inspect Internal Water Connections

LE1

Leak Detected — Hose/Connection

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Replace Damaged Hose or Hose Fittings Inside Dishwasher

Leak Detected — Base Pan

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Wash Pump Seal and Inspect Internal Hoses

Temperature Sensor Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)

HE1

Water Heater Overheating

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace High-Limit Thermostat, Temperature Sensor, and Heater Relay

Heater Error — Water Not Heating

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Heater Element or Temperature Sensor

Water Overflow — Fill Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Water Inlet Valve and Inspect Fill Float Switch

Abnormal Water Temperature at Fill

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Inspect and Replace the Inlet Water Valve Assembly

Low Water Level During Wash

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve

Water Reflector Error (WaterWall Models)

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the WaterWall Reflector Motor Assembly

Drainage Error — Not Draining

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Drain Pump Assembly

Water Supply Error — Not Filling

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve

Water Level Sensor Error

🍽️ Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Level Pressure Sensor Assembly

Whirlpool

26 codes

All Whirlpool codes

MECH-LEAK

Dishwasher Leaking Water

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Door Gasket and Inspect Tub for Cracks

MECH-NOT-DRY

Dishes Not Drying

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Vent Motor or Fan Assembly

MECH-ODOR

Dishwasher Odor/Smell

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 85% success

Run Dishwasher Cleaner Cycle and Inspect Drain Sump

MECH-FILM

White Film or Spots on Dishes

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 85% success

Adjust Water Heater Temperature and Use Proper Detergent

F9E1

Diverter Motor Fault

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 88% success

Replace the Diverter Motor Assembly

F8E4

Water Supply Error — Overfill

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Inlet Valve Assembly

F8E1

Drain Pump Error

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Drain Pump Motor Assembly

F7E1

Wash Motor Not Running

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Wash Motor Assembly

F6E4

Water Flow Meter Error

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Flow Meter Assembly

F6E2

Water Not Entering Dishwasher

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Inlet Valve and Test Float Sensor

F6E1

Water Inlet Valve Fault

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Water Inlet Valve

F3E2

Wash Thermistor Shorted

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Shorted Wash Thermistor Sensor

F3E1

Wash Thermistor/Sensor Fault

🍽️ Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ 47 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with 3rd Rack· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Wash Thermistor Sensor

MECH-LEAK

Dishwasher Leaking Water

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Door Gasket and Inspect Tub for Cracks

MECH-NOT-DRY

Dishes Not Drying

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Vent Motor or Fan Assembly

MECH-ODOR

Dishwasher Odor/Smell

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Run Dishwasher Cleaner Cycle and Inspect Drain Sump

MECH-FILM

White Film or Spots on Dishes

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Adjust Water Heater Temperature and Use Proper Detergent

F9E1

Diverter Motor Fault

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 88% success

Replace the Diverter Motor Assembly

F8E4

Water Supply Error — Overfill

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Inlet Valve Assembly

F8E1

Drain Pump Error

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Drain Pump Motor Assembly

F7E1

Wash Motor Not Running

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace the Wash Motor Assembly

F6E4

Water Flow Meter Error

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Flow Meter Assembly

F6E2

Water Not Entering Dishwasher

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace the Water Inlet Valve and Test Float Sensor

F6E1

Water Inlet Valve Fault

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Test and Replace Water Inlet Valve

F3E2

Wash Thermistor Shorted

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 90% success

Replace Shorted Wash Thermistor Sensor

F3E1

Wash Thermistor/Sensor Fault

🍽️ Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ 24 in. Top Control Dishwasher· 2 fixes· 85% success

Test and Replace Wash Thermistor Sensor

Related Symptoms

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