KitchenAid Cooktop Error Code 03: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

KitchenAid cooktop error code 03 means: One or more control keys are permanently pressed. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: KitchenAid cooktop error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	03
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	KitchenAid cooktop
System	Control / electronics
Meaning (service chart)	One or more control keys are permanently pressed. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	KitchenAid Product Help (producthelp.kitchenaid.com)
Source document	KitchenAid cooktop error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code 03 means on a KitchenAid cooktop

One or more control keys are permanently pressed. [1]

This is a control / electronics code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix KitchenAid cooktop error code 03 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the KitchenAid cooktop error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (03) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your cooktop and order the right parts.
Clear any clog or debris. Clean the glass surface.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If 03 comes back after these checks, stop using the range for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the KitchenAid cooktop error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

Touch control module

When to call a technician

If the code returns, a technician should replace the touch control module.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact KitchenAid Product Help (producthelp.kitchenaid.com) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code 03 mean on a KitchenAid cooktop?

The KitchenAid cooktop error-code chart lists 03 as follows: One or more control keys are permanently pressed.

Is it safe to keep using the cooktop with 03?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix KitchenAid cooktop error 03 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or KitchenAid Product Help (producthelp.kitchenaid.com).

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: KitchenAid cooktop error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with KitchenAid.