Kenmore dishwasher 665.1603 no power stopped in

There are design problems with certain model dishwashers where the wire gauge on wire harness is too small and will heat up causing the thermal fuse to blow prematurely. The replacement kit includes a wire harness with a thicker gauge wire, preventing the fuse from blowing prematurely. There were no reports of fire hazard.

That dishwasher has a thermal fuse that clips on the control board. The thermal fuse is a safety device, and nothing will run if it is blown. If there is no continuity through it, replace it. They run around $20-$30. If thats not it, remove the kick-plate and check the junction box for loose or fried wires where the wires are spliced together. Also check your house breaker box to make sure the breaker isn't tripped.