GE · Dishwasher
GE Dishwasher C13 Error Code
Door latch switch fault
What this error means
C13 means door switch circuit failed—washer won't start fill until latched.
How C13 is detected
GE dishwasher models lock the door or lid before energizing fill, heat, or high-speed spin. C13 means the latch switch never sent a "locked" signal to the main control, or the lock motor did not complete its travel. On GE GDT655SSJSS, GE GDF630PSMSS, and similar variants, clothing caught in the gasket, a misaligned strike, or a failed latch assembly are the most common mechanical causes—not the board itself.
Inspect the door gasket perimeter and strike alignment before replacing the latch. Misaligned strike is reported frequently on this code. After correcting mechanical issues, close until click. If the latch clicks but C13 persists, the door lock switch or wiring harness to the control board likely needs testing with a multimeter.
Do not force the door open during an active cycle; wait for the lock to release when the board de-energizes the lock motor—usually two to three minutes after canceling power on most GE units.
Common causes
- Misaligned strike
- Broken hook
- Switch stuck
- Harness break
Step-by-step fixes
- 1Close until click
- 2Clean latch
- 3Inspect strike
- 4Retry cycle
When to call a technician
Latch assembly when door shut but C13 remains.
Affected models
- GE GDT655SSJSS
- GE GDF630PSMSS
- GE GDT225SSLSS
Prevention & maintenance
- Wipe the door gasket weekly and avoid overloading items against the seal—C13 often starts as a slow leak or latch misalignment.
- Record when C13 appears in the cycle and whether it clears after a 60-second power reset on your GE dishwasher—that detail speeds diagnosis if you call service.
- Keep the model and serial number from the rating plate when ordering parts for C13; GE uses multiple revisions with different harness lengths and board firmware.
- Photograph wiring connector orientation before disconnecting any component while troubleshooting C13; reversed plugs on pumps and valves cause immediate repeat faults.