Frigidaire Dishwasher Error Code STATUS LED's Flashing

The flashing STATUS LEDs on a Frigidaire dishwasher indicate that the door was opened or came unlatched while the appliance was running a cycle. The control board detects the break in the door latch circuit and pauses operation, flashing the status lights as an alert. Closing the door firmly until the latch clicks is the first step to clearing the condition and resuming the cycle.

The dishwasher is designed to pause the cycle and will not operate with the door open, so the flashing LEDs are the system working as intended. It is safe to close the door and resume the cycle once you have confirmed the door is properly latched. Avoid forcing the dishwasher to run if the latch is visibly damaged, as a failed latch can allow the door to swing open and release hot water.

If the issue is simply a door that was not fully closed, there is no repair cost involved. If the door latch switch needs to be replaced, parts typically range from around $15 to $50 depending on the specific model, with professional labor adding $75 to $150 or more depending on your location. Door gasket replacement parts generally fall in the $20 to $60 range.

Start by firmly closing the door until you hear the latch click into place. If the flashing continues, inspect the door latch for wear or misalignment and check the door gasket for any debris or damage that might prevent full closure. If the latch switch has failed, it will need to be replaced before the dishwasher can resume normal operation.

A reset alone will not clear this alert if the underlying cause is still present. Because the flashing LEDs are a real-time response to an open-door condition rather than a stored fault code, the control board will continue to display the alert as long as it detects that the door latch circuit is open. The door must be properly closed and latched before normal operation can resume.