Samsung Oven E-08 error code
The oven tried to heat and failed - an oven heating error. On gas models this is often the igniter; on electric models it can be the element, the temperature sensor, or the control board.
Also shown as: E-08, E08
Last updated: October 6, 2026
What causes the E-08 error?
- Failed igniter (gas models)
- Failed bake or broil element (electric models)
- Faulty oven temperature sensor
- Failed high-limit thermal cutout
- Failed control or relay board
- Damaged wiring to the heater circuit
How to fix Samsung E-08 — step by step
Work through these in order, from simplest and safest first. Stop as soon as the code clears.
- Press Clear/Off and restart the oven
Clear the code and try the bake function again. A one-time ignition or relay glitch can throw E-08 without a parts failure. - Disconnect power for 30 seconds
Flip the oven's breaker off for at least 30 seconds, then restore power and retry. This resets the heating control before you assume a part has failed.Safety warning: Breaker work is fine for a homeowner; do not open the oven's back panel. - Test bake and broil separately
Try the broil function. If broil heats but bake does not (or vice versa), you have narrowed it to one element or igniter circuit - useful information for the technician. - Check the breaker is fully on
An electric oven on a half-tripped breaker may run the controls but not the heaters. Switch the double breaker fully off and back on.Safety warning: If the breaker trips again, stop and call an electrician.
When to call a technician
- E-08 returns after a reset
- The igniter glows weakly or not at all (gas)
- An element, sensor, or thermal cutout needs testing
- The control or relay board is suspect
Frequently asked questions
My gas oven shows E-08 and I hear clicking but no heat. What is wrong?
The igniter is likely failing - it clicks or glows weakly without opening the gas valve. Igniter replacement is the most common E-08 fix on gas models.
Can I still use the cooktop with E-08 showing?
Usually yes - E-08 is an oven-cavity heating fault and the cooktop runs on separate circuits. The oven itself should not be used until fixed.
Is E-08 dangerous on a gas oven?
The control shuts things down as a safety measure, so the immediate risk is low. But do not attempt gas valve or igniter repairs yourself - call a technician.
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