Ge Dishwasher: not powering on

Based on 16 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not powering on: Flipping the breaker temporarily resolves the issue (71.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Main control board failure (5 mentions)
  • User interface board issues (4 mentions)
  • Loose or damaged wiring (3 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Flipping the breaker temporarily resolves the issue

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  2. Replacing the power cable resolved the issue

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Yes Medium

  3. Using crimp connectors to repair damaged wiring

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Yes Medium

  4. Resetting the dishwasher by unplugging and holding down buttons

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  5. Unplugging and replugging the dishwasher to power cycle it

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  6. Updating the firmware using the SmartHQ app

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  7. Watching a YouTube video for troubleshooting

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  8. Replacing the control panel, although the issue recurred

    Success rate: 6.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

71.0% DIY Success Rate

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Analysis based on 14 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

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Community Discussions

no power

Replaced the power cable, which resolved the issue.

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Dishwasher stopped working (no power)

Use crimp connectors and a wire stripper with a crimper to repair the damaged wire after ensuring power is off.

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randomly lose power and not come on

Update the firmware using the SmartHQ app if the unit has Wi-Fi.

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stopped working, no lights

Flipping the breaker temporarily resolves the issue, but the problem recurs.

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display panel goes completely dead, no lights, no responsiveness

Unplugging and replugging the dishwasher or using a surge protector to power cycle it temporarily resolves the issue.

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