Product review (1 stars): Where Was This Built, and Who Designed it???
Our first Kitchen Aid dishwasher lasted 25 years, so another Kitchen Aid was the obvious choice for a replacement. We purchased the KUDE 48 FXSS6 model.

It is much quieter than our old Superba from the 80's, and has a spacious interior. There is a good selection of wash cycle settings, but unfortunately, the poorly placed touchpad activates too easily. Generally every time the door is opened/closed. Annoying.

This unit requires an opening that is more than 36" high. The installer did not tell us that he had to remove the rear adjustable feet to fit the 36" high space. Now, unfortunately, the unit is canted forward, and the top rack has a tendency to roll out unexpectedly...usually just as I lean over to add detergent. Ouch!

The Stainless Steel trim package requires extra maintenance (vs enamel, etc) to keep it looking sanitary.

Finally...the EXPOSED HEATING ELEMENT in the well of the dishwasher is a major flaw, in terms of design (location and no shroud or cover), convenience (difficult to clean under), and SAFETY (more than one piece of plastic has found its way down there to be melted). Please see photos of a recent incident.

Somehow, the cover for the flatware basket came free, and lodged underneath that dangerous heating element. The pictures tell the story. Most of the shortcomings for this model can be tolerated, and the workmanship is certainly above reproach.

I'm only giving one star for this model because I feel that the potential for fire outweighs most of the better features. Too bad. R&D might want to rethink this design. Although I may recommend a Kitchen Aid dishwasher to someone, it would be with reservations, and I certainly would try to discourage anyone from purchasing this particular model.