KitchenAid Appliance Repair and Troubleshooting Guide

View the standard KitchenAid refrigerator warranty and First American Home Warranty’s refrigerator warranty coverage for KitchenAid refrigerator repair options after the manufacturer’s warranty expires.

Dishwashers

Cooking meals and sharing them with others can be so rewarding, but cleaning up after isn’t always as fun. Enter KitchenAid’s dishwashers. These trusty appliances tackle the aftermath of even large meals, combating tough, stuck-on food. With a KitchenAid dishwasher, cleanup is designed for the way you cook. Discover ”loads of flexibility” for loading options, advanced cleaning features, and state-of-the-art designs that can complement the aesthetics of modern or retro kitchens.

KitchenAid Dishwashers

FEATURES

Advanced clean water wash system

Fan-enabled ProDry system

Interior LED lighting

Adjustable middle rack

Heat dry option

ProWash cycle

PrintShield finish

SatinGlide rails

KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair Tips

Troubleshooting KitchenAid dishwasher

Common issues include the dishwasher not draining or making unusual noises. If your dishwasher isn’t draining, check for clogs in the drain hose or read our tips on what to do if your dishwasher is not draining.

KitchenAid dishwasher repair needs

Sometimes, the dishwasher might not start due to a faulty door latch or a defective motor. Should your dishwasher refuse to start, ensure the door latch is functional.

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View the KitchenAid dishwasher warranty and First American Home Warranty’s dishwasher warranty coverage for KitchenAid dishwasher repair options after the manufacturer’s warranty expires.

Stovetop/Ranges/Ovens

KitchenAid’s stoves, ovens, and ranges are not just kitchen appliances but culinary companions. Whether flipping pancakes, roasting a succulent turkey, or preparing a four-course meal, KitchenAid can help you cook nearly any dish you can imagine. KitchenAid has incorporated several versatile features from their countertop appliances that make multitasking in the kitchen easier into their cooktops, ovens, and ranges to help you cook beyond the limitations of appliances from some other brands.

KitchenAid Stovetop/Ranges/Ovens

FEATURES

Smart Oven+

Even-Heat true convection

Microwave convection

Interchangeable attachments

Smart capabilities

Recipe guide mode

Temperature probe

Even-Heat preheat

Even-Heat simmer burner

Ultra Power dual-flame burners

All KitchenAid wall ovens are electric, but cooktops and ranges come in either gas or electric. Wall ovens come in sizes that meet your cooking ambitions, including single, double, or combination oven and microwave models. Double ovens are also available on KitchenAid ranges, and both ranges and stovetops feature up to six precision burners or elements.

KitchenAid Range/Oven Repair Tips

For more KitchenAid oven repair tips and stovetop troubleshooting, take a look at our guides, Electric Stove Not Working? and Oven Not Heating Up?

KitchenAid electric oven not heating up

Often due to a broken bake element or oven control board. If your KitchenAid electric oven is not heating up, inspect the bake element for visible damage.‍

KitchenAid gas cooktop troubleshooting

For gas cooktops, issues like a burner not lighting can stem from clogged burner ports. Ensure the burner ports are clean. If the burner still doesn’t light, it might be a faulty igniter.

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View KitchenAid’s appliance warranty and First American Home Warranty’s oven, range, and cooktop warranty coverage for KitchenAid oven repair options after the manufacturer’s warranty expires.

Built-in Microwaves

While KitchenAid appliances like ovens, ranges, and stovetops can help you prepare large gourmet meals, this brand’s microwaves come with features and technology that go way beyond simply heating leftovers. With spacious and sleek designs, aspiring chefs may abandon their countertop microwaves after seeing all that KitchenAid built-in microwaves offer.

KitchenAid Microwaves

FEATURES

Broil elements

Crispwave technology with crisp pan

Sensor steam cycles with steam container

Convection cooking capabilities

EasyConvect conversions

1,000-watt cooking capabilities

KitchenAid built-in microwaves range in width from 23 ¾ to 29 ¾ inches, in height from 14 to 19 1/8 inches, and in depth from 18 to 25 1/8 inches. Capacities for these microwaves vary from 1 1/5 to 1 2/5 cubic feet.

KitchenAid Microwave Repair Tips

To help avoid costly KitchenAid repairs for your microwave, take a look at our guide, What to Never Put in the Microwave.

KitchenAid microwave not working:

A faulty door switch or blown fuse might be the culprit, so check to see if the door latch is damaged or the breaker has tripped. If the microwave still isn’t working, ensure the plug is securely in the outlet.

KitchenAid microwave powers on but doesn’t heat:

The causes of this issue can range from simple control issues to damaged components. First, check to ensure that the Delay Start function isn’t active and the power level is set to maximum. If that doesn’t fix the issue, you may have to have the magnetron and high-voltage diode inspected by a professional.

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View the standard KitchenAid microwave warranty and First American Home Warranty’s built-in microwave warranty coverage for KitchenAid appliance service options after the manufacturer’s warranty expires (built-in microwaves only).

Range Hoods

With all the cooking and cleaning you can do with KitchenAid appliances, the air quality in your kitchen can become a little less than fresh. Consider installing a KitchenAid range hood to breathe a little easier while enjoying all your kitchen appliances. Inconspicuous yet polished, these hoods have clear lighting, powerful fans, and come in sizes that can fit your cooktop and any cabinet space.

KitchenAid Range Hoods

FEATURES

Dishwasher-safe grease filters

Glass touch controls

Auto speed settings

Automatic turn-on feature

Perimeter venting

Night light settings

Slide-out capabilities

KitchenAid range hoods come in standard sizes, apart from more low-profile models. Choose from wall-mount and under-the-cabinet hoods with heights ranging from 2 3/8 to 24 5/8 inches, widths from 30 to 36 inches, and depths from 11 to 27 inches.

KitchenAid Vent/Range Hood Repair Tips

For more troubleshooting help, including KitchenAid appliance repair tips, take a look at our fixes to common appliance problems.

KitchenAid range hood lights not working

As you may have guessed, a burned-out bulb is the most common reason for the lights not working on your hood. If you’ve changed the bulb and the lights still won’t operate, try resetting the circuit breaker. If that doesn’t fix the issue, seek KitchenAid repair services.

KitchenAid range hood fan not working

The first thing to check when the rest of the range hood is functioning, except for the fan, is to check the Control Lock setting; sometimes, it can be accidentally pressed while you’re busy rushing around the kitchen.

Assuming the setting isn’t active, try turning off the circuit breaker for a full minute and turning it back on. If that doesn’t work, the hood’s fan or fan motor will likely need to be replaced.

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