GE Oven F2 error code
F2 (shown as F20 on some models) means the oven temperature climbed past a preset safety threshold for an unknown reason. The control detected overheating. This is the one GE oven code that warrants extra caution, because the oven got hotter than it should have.
Also shown as: F20
Last updated: September 30, 2026
What causes the F2 error?
- Failed oven temperature sensor misreading the heat
- Relay on the control stuck in the closed (heating) position
- Control board malfunction driving the element continuously
How to fix GE F2 — step by step
Work through these in order, from simplest and safest first. Stop as soon as the code clears.
- Turn the oven off and let it cool
Cancel the cycle and let the oven cool down completely with the door closed before doing anything else.Safety warning: Do not leave an overheating oven unattended, and never open the door to 'air it out' — let it cool on its own. - Reset power at the breaker
Once cool, turn off the circuit breaker to the range for a minute or two, restore power, and check whether F2 is gone.Safety warning: If the oven overheats again, turn it off at the breaker and leave it off until serviced.
When to call a technician
- F2 returns after the oven cools and the breaker is reset
- The oven overheats again during normal baking
Frequently asked questions
What does F2 mean on a GE oven?
F2 (or F20) means the oven temperature exceeded a preset threshold. Turn the oven off, let it cool fully, reset the breaker, and call service if it returns.
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