GE Appliances Oven Error Code F2

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Oven over-temperature — exceeded 590°F in bake or 990°F in self-clean

The most common cause of the F2 error on a GE Appliances oven is temperature sensor failure (reporting falsely high temp) (~40% of cases); start with: turn off circuit breaker immediately.

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GE Appliances Oven error code F2 on the display panel — How the F2 code appears on a GE Appliances oven display

What Does Error Code F2 Mean on a GE Appliances Oven?

Oven over-temperature — exceeded 590°F in bake or 990°F in self-clean.

F2 fires when the control board reads a temperature above the safe ceiling — roughly 590°F during bake or 990°F in self-clean — and locks the oven out. The board compares the sensor's resistance against expected values; a falsely high reading, a heating relay welded closed, or a genuine self-clean spike all trip it. Unlike F3 or F4, which flag an open or shorted sensor circuit, F2 means the board is seeing an actual or reported over-temperature condition, treating it as a critical safety fault.

Models affected: GE electric and gas ovens with an ERC/electronic control board, including models such as JB645RKSS and JGB735SPSS

What owners report: Owners commonly report F2 appearing during or shortly after a self-clean cycle, and sometimes it clears once the oven fully cools and the breaker is cycled. If it returns during normal baking, a failing temperature sensor or stuck relay is the more likely culprit, so it should not be ignored.

What Causes Error Code F2?

Here are the most common causes in order of frequency. Start with the most likely cause before moving to the next:

1

Temperature sensor failure (reporting falsely high temp) 40% of cases
2

Heating element relay stuck closed on ERC board 35% of cases
3

Self-clean cycle temperature spike 20% of cases
4

ERC board failure 5% of cases

How to Fix GE Appliances Oven Error Code F2

🔧🔧🔧 Advanced DIY Est. time: 1–3 hours

⚡ Safety first: Unplug the appliance before opening any panels or touching internal components.

1

Turn off circuit breaker immediately

Allow oven to cool completely for 1 hour minimum.

⚠️ Do NOT open oven door. Stand clear. If you smell burning, evacuate and call the fire department.
2

Test temperature sensor after cooling

GE oven sensors read ~1,080 ohms at room temp. Check for open circuit or short.

🔩 Multimeter
3

Replace sensor if failed

If sensor tests abnormal, replace it.

🔩 GE oven temperature sensor ($20–$55)
4

If sensor tests OK — replace ERC board

The heating relay is stuck closed.

🔩 GE ERC board ($150–$350)

How to Reset Error Code F2

Turn off circuit breaker immediately. Do not use oven until cause is identified.

Note: If the error returns after resetting, the underlying issue has not been resolved. Work through the fix steps above.

Full GE Appliances oven reset guide → Enter diagnostic mode →

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When to Call a Professional

F2 is a safety event. Professional diagnosis required. A stuck relay requires ERC board replacement.

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $280–$600

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Oven temperature sensor open circuit

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Oven temperature sensor short circuit

⚠ High Severity

Same Code on Other Brands

Error code F2 appears on these other brands too. See every brand that shows F2 →

LG Oven F2

Oven over-temperature — exceeded maximum safe temperature

Whirlpool Dryer F02

Keypad / user interface fault — stuck key detected

Whirlpool Oven F2

Oven temperature too high — over-temperature fault

Miele Washing Machine F2

NTC temperature sensor open-circuited

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More GE Appliances Oven Error Codes

F0 Keypad stuck — a button is continuously pressed F7 Touchpad/membrane key button fault F8 Electronic Range Control internal fault F9 Door latch failure — self-clean lock not completing F1 Electronic control (ERC) failure — loss of element relay backup protection FC Door lock circuit failure — fault in the self-clean latch circuit

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I keep using my GE Appliances Oven when error F2 appears? +

No — stop using the oven right away. F2 is a critical temperature fault, and continuing to run it risks further damage or a safety hazard. Unplug it and resolve the fault before the next cycle.

What most commonly causes F2 on a GE Appliances Oven? +

Across reported GE Appliances oven repairs, the most frequent is temperature sensor failure (reporting falsely high temp) (40% of cases), heating element relay stuck closed on ERC board (35%), then self-clean cycle temperature spike (20%). Check them in that order before replacing any parts.

F2 keeps coming back after a reset — what should I check next? +

A reset only clears the stored F2 fault; if it returns, the temperature problem is still present. Move on to the physical checks — turn off circuit breaker immediately, then test temperature sensor after cooling — since the code will reappear until the root cause is resolved. This is an advanced repair involving deeper disassembly or electrical testing.

How much does it cost to fix GE Appliances Oven error F2? +

A DIY repair typically runs $0–$55 in parts, versus $280–$600 for a professional service call, so handling it yourself saves around $280. Expect the work to take 1–3 hours.

Which GE Appliances Oven models show error F2? +

F2 is documented on GE electric and gas ovens with an ERC/electronic control board, including models such as JB645RKSS and JGB735SPSS. Other units sharing the same control platform can display it too, so the fixes here generally transfer across the series.

Sources & References

• GE Appliances Support — official manufacturer documentation
• Our editorial & verification policy

Content verified against manufacturer service documentation. Last verified: June 10, 2026.

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