Built-in dishwasher, hidden control, 39 dB illustration
Built-in dishwasher, hidden control, 39 dB
⏳ LIFETIME REPAIR COST — GE Café CDT875P2NS1
Expected lifespan9–12 years
Repairs over its life2–3 typical
Lifetime repair spend$450–$700
Averages out to~$55/year

Common problems & typical repair costs

ProblemLikely causeTypical fixOEM part #Typical cost
Not draining Drain pump or blocked hose Clear the path; replace pump $165–$345
Control panel unresponsive Top-edge panel damaged by spills or steam Replace the control panel assembly $210–$460
Dishes wet at the end No rinse aid or a failed drying element Refill rinse aid; test the element $0–$340
Poor cleaning Filter or spray arms blocked Clean filter and arms $0–$185
Leak detected, cycle stops Leak sensor tripped Locate and reseal the leak source $205–$440

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

Error codes

CodeWhat it means
Blink codes Fault reported by LED blink pattern
LEAK Leak detection active
H2O Fill fault

Tech notes

Hidden-control panels face upward whenever the door is open, so anything spilled at the counter can land on them. A panel failing early on one of these usually has a liquid story behind it.

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