Dishwasher, 24" budget illustration
Dishwasher, 24" budget
⏳ LIFETIME REPAIR COST — Frigidaire FFBD2412SS
Expected lifespan9–12 years
Repairs over its life2–3 typical
Lifetime repair spend$300–$400
Averages out to~$35/year

Common problems & typical repair costs

ProblemLikely causeTypical fixOEM part #Typical cost
i20 drain Filter/glass trap Clean; clear path $0–$250
i30 leak Base water Find source $100–$300
Not cleaning Filter/arms/chemistry Clean; rinse aid $0–$150
Latch worn Age Replace latch $100–$200

Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.

Error codes

CodeWhat it means
i10 Fill
i20/i40 Drain
i30 Leak
uo Vent

Tech notes

The repair ceiling on a $400 machine is one modest visit — which covers essentially its entire realistic failure list.

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