The F2 error on your Ge Oven means the control board has detected that the oven temperature has climbed higher than it should during cooking or self-clean, or that the temperature sensor circuit is reporting a fault. Turn off the oven at the wall for a few minutes and check the sensor before you try cooking again.

Error code F2
Meaning Oven over-temperature condition or faulty temperature sensor/RTD circuit
Severity Medium — the oven will usually lock or shut off the heating elements until cleared
Time to fix 15–45 minutes
Tools needed Multimeter, screwdriver (Phillips or flat-head depending on model)

What the F2 error means

Every GE oven uses a temperature sensor (also called an RTD probe) hanging inside the cavity to tell the control board how hot the interior is. If that sensor reports a temperature that’s too high, or the readings don’t match what the board expects, the control trips the F2 fault as a safety measure to stop the oven overheating.

F2 can appear during normal baking, but it shows up most often during a self-clean cycle, since that’s when the oven runs at its hottest for the longest time. In many cases the code clears itself once the oven cools, but if it keeps coming back the sensor or control board likely needs attention.

Common causes

  • Faulty or drifting temperature sensor (RTD probe) giving inaccurate readings
  • Sensor wiring loose, corroded, or shorted where it connects to the control board
  • Temperature sensor touching the oven wall, causing false high readings
  • Stuck or failed relay on the control board keeping the bake element powered on too long
  • Self-clean cycle running too hot due to a door latch or venting issue
  • Damaged or degraded main control board

How to fix the F2 error

  1. Power cycle the oven — Switch off the oven’s circuit breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power. This clears many temporary F2 faults caused by a one-off temperature spike.
  2. Let the oven cool fully — If F2 appeared during or right after self-clean, let the oven sit for at least an hour before restarting it, since the sensor may just be reading residual heat.
  3. Check the sensor position — Open the oven and make sure the temperature sensor probe isn’t touching the back or side wall of the cavity. It should hang freely with a small gap around it.
  4. Test the sensor resistance — With the oven unplugged, unclip the sensor and use a multimeter to check its resistance (typically around 1,080 ohms at room temperature for most GE ovens — check your model’s spec sheet). Replace it if the reading is way off or shows an open circuit.
  5. Inspect the wiring harness — Look at the connector between the sensor and control board for scorch marks, corrosion, or loose pins, and reseat or repair as needed.
  6. Replace the control board — If the sensor and wiring test fine but F2 keeps returning, the control board itself is likely faulty and will need replacing by a technician or appliance repair service.

FAQ

Can I keep using my oven if it shows F2?
It’s best not to. F2 signals an over-temperature condition, and continuing to cook can be a fire risk or damage the oven further. Clear the fault and test it on a low bake cycle before trusting it with a full meal.

Will resetting the breaker fix F2 for good?
Sometimes, especially if it was a one-off spike during self-clean. But if F2 returns within a few cook cycles, the sensor or its wiring is the more likely long-term cause and needs checking.

How much does it cost to fix an F2 error?
A replacement temperature sensor is inexpensive and often a DIY job. If the control board needs replacing instead, expect a higher parts cost plus labour if you use a technician, since board diagnosis takes more time.