Frigidaire Oven F10 Error Code: Runaway Temperature Safety Fault

Quick Answer

Frigidaire F10 is critically different from similar codes on GE and Whirlpool: the bake relay on Frigidaire control boards physically sticks closed, causing the oven to heat uncontrolled rather than simply misreading temperature. If your oven displays F10 while hot or continues heating after the code appears, this is a fire risk. Do NOT open the oven door - it can feed oxygen to a potential grease fire. Cut power at the circuit breaker immediately. The RTD probe is the second suspect but far less common than the stuck relay. Frigidaire RTD reads 1,100 ohms at 68F - a shorted probe (reading near zero) can also trigger F10 by making the board think the oven is ice cold and keeping the relay energized.

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Time to Fix

45–120 min

Difficulty

intermediate

Parts Cost

$18 – $280

Tools Needed

Multimeter, Phillips screwdriver

What Does the F10 Code Mean?

Frigidaire F10 means the oven has detected or is in a runaway temperature state. The primary cause is the bake relay stuck closed on the control board - a safety hazard. Cut power at the breaker immediately.

Most Likely Causes

Based on aggregated repair data, here is the probability breakdown for this error code:

Bake relay stuck closed on the control board (most common)40%

RTD temperature probe shorted to near-zero resistance24%

Wiring harness short causing false temperature signal22%

Control board firmware failure causing relay to stay energized14%

Symptoms You May Notice

F10 displayed on oven control panel with or without alarm
Oven continues heating or reaches unusually high temperatures
F10 appears during preheating or during a bake cycle
Strong burning smell from the oven cavity
Code appears intermittently before becoming permanent

Can you reset a Frigidaire oven to clear the F10 code?

Do NOT reset F10 and continue using the oven without replacing the faulty component. If you must temporarily reset: disconnect oven power for 30 seconds. The code may clear temporarily if the relay cools and unsticks, but it will recur and the oven is not safe to operate. Replace the control board before returning the oven to service.

Tools Required for Diagnosis

MultimeterPhillips screwdriverTorx T20 screwdriverNut driver

Diagnostic Checklist

Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.

SAFETY FIRST

SAFETY FIRST. If the oven is hot or the F10 appeared during active heating, do not touch the oven or attempt diagnosis. Cut power at the circuit breaker. Wait for the oven to cool completely (minimum 2 hours). Do not restore power until you are ready to test.

With power off, pull the oven out from the wall

If the RTD probe tests good, the control board bake relay is the fault

Replace the control board with OEM part 316557115 (verify exact

Replacement Parts

If your diagnostic testing proves the component has failed, you will need a replacement. We recommend OEM parts over aftermarket for water-handling components.

Part Name	OEM Number	Estimated Price
Control Board (ERC)316557115 · $120–$280	316557115	$120 – $280
RTD Temperature Probe316217002 · $18–$35	316217002	$18 – $35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frigidaire F10 a fire hazard?

Yes, F10 can be a fire hazard if the bake relay on the control board is stuck closed. The oven will heat without any upper limit. If you smell burning, see smoke, or the oven is hot when F10 appears, cut power at the circuit breaker immediately and do not open the oven door. Do not restore power until the control board is replaced.

Can I just replace the RTD probe to fix Frigidaire F10?

Only if the RTD probe tests shorted (reading near zero ohms on a multimeter instead of 1,100 ohms at room temperature). A shorted probe can fool the control board into thinking the oven is cold and keep the relay energized. But in most F10 cases, the probe tests fine and the control board relay is the actual fault. Test the probe first before buying either part.

Why does my Frigidaire oven show F10 only sometimes?

Intermittent F10 typically means the bake relay is starting to weld closed but still manages to open when cooled. This is the warning stage before the relay fails completely and the oven overheats uncontrollably. Do not ignore intermittent F10 - replace the control board before the relay fully welds shut.

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Same Fix on Other Brands

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Same Fix Works on These Brands

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Models Known to Experience F10 Errors

This repair applies to most Frigidaire ovens with this error code. Common model numbers include:

FGEF3059TF, FGEF3062TF, FPEF3077QF, FFEF3054TS, FGIF3061NF, FGEW276SPF

Last verified for technical accuracy on March 14, 2026