Whirlpool · Dishwasher Moderate

F2 — Water leak detected

Water leak detected. Note: a bare 'F2' code is not documented on the US producthelp.whirlpool.com dishwasher error-code pages, which use an F#E# format (e.g. F1E1, F2E1). This 'F2 = water leak' meaning follows Whirlpool's EMEA/EU-market convention and may not apply to US-market dishwashers — check your model's manual if the code shown is a plain F2.

Keep using it?
Yes, with caution
DIY difficulty
Easy

How to fix it

  1. Inspect under the dishwasher with a flashlight for active drips. Common leak points: door gasket, pump seal, and inlet valve. Fix the leak before reset clears the code.
  2. If diagnosis confirms the fault, replace the door gasket (typical cost $20-40, about 30 min, easy DIY).
  3. Still throwing F2? Test the pump and motor assembly seal kit next ($20-50).

Why it happens

Typical signs: F2 shown on the display · Water leak detected

  • Most likely: Door gasket Inspect under the dishwasher with a flashlight for active drips. Common leak points: door gasket, pump seal, and inlet valve. Fix the leak before reset clears the code.
  • Next most likely: Pump and motor assembly seal kit If the primary fix does not resolve the code, this is the next part to test.

Parts you may need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

  • Door gasket Common replacement
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  • Pump and motor assembly seal kit Common replacement
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More Whirlpool dishwasher codes

E1 E1 — Fill / Water Supply Problem (legacy code) E4 E4 — Overfill / Water in Drip Tray F1E1 F1E1 — Control Module Fault F1E2 F1E2 — Incompatible or Failed Control Board F3E1 F3E1 — Thermistor/OWI Sensor Open F3E3 F3E3 — OWI Calibration Failure / Bad Check Valve

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.