KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code CA

CA stands for Cancel Reset and appears when the CANCEL RESET pad has been pressed during an active cycle. The dishwasher responds by stopping the current wash cycle and running the drain pump for 20 seconds to remove water from the tub. This is a normal status display, not a fault code. No repair or service is needed.

No, the CA code is not a safety issue. It simply means the dishwasher is performing a controlled drain after a cycle was cancelled. The drain pump runs briefly to remove water from the tub, and the unit shuts off normally once complete. There is no risk to the appliance or to the user.

The CA code does not indicate a malfunction, so there is no repair cost associated with it. It is a built-in response to pressing the CANCEL RESET button and resolves on its own within 20 seconds. If the dishwasher is experiencing a separate underlying issue that caused you to cancel the cycle, diagnostic costs from a technician could range from $75 to $150 depending on your location.

The CA code will clear automatically once the 20-second drain sequence finishes. If you want to end the drain before the 20 seconds are up, press the CANCEL RESET pad a second time and the drain will stop immediately. After that, the dishwasher will be ready for a new cycle.

The CA code clears on its own after the 20-second drain completes, so a separate reset is not required. If you want to clear the code immediately, pressing CANCEL RESET again during the drain will stop the sequence early and dismiss the display. For a cycle that was set but not started, pressing CANCEL RESET twice quickly will clear the panel display without starting a drain.