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Frigidaire Oven F16 Error Code: Meat Probe Shorted

Quick Answer

Frigidaire F16 is the meat probe short code, and the most important thing to know is that F16 often appears even when the meat probe is NOT plugged in. This happens because the jack in the oven wall where the probe plugs in has accumulated food debris or moisture that creates a low-resistance path across the jack contacts.

Frigidaire F16 is the meat probe short code, and the most important thing to know is that F16 often appears even when the meat probe is NOT plugged in. This happens because the jack in the oven wall where the probe plugs in has accumulated food debris or moisture that creates a low-resistance path across the jack contacts. The fix for most F16 cases does not involve replacing any parts - it involves cleaning the probe jack with a dry toothbrush and compressed air, then allowing the oven to dry out. If you left the probe inside the oven during a self-clean cycle the probe wire insulation will have melted, creating a hard short.

FrigidaireOvenSeverity: low85% DIY Success
Time to Fix
10–30 min
Difficulty
beginner
Parts Cost
$20 – $45
Tools Needed
Dry toothbrush, Compressed air can

What Does the F16 Code Mean?

Frigidaire F16 means the meat probe circuit is shorted. Clean the probe jack in the oven wall first. If the probe was left inside during self-clean, it is destroyed - replace it. Do not leave the meat probe plugged in or inside the oven during self-clean.

Most Likely Causes

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

Probe jack contaminated with food debris or moisture (most common - no probe plugged in)40%
Meat probe wire insulation melted from being left inside during self-clean24%
Meat probe cable kinked and wires shorted together22%
Probe connector pins corroded from moisture exposure14%

Symptoms You May Notice

  • F16 displayed on oven control panel
  • Probe-based cooking functions disabled
  • F16 appears even with no probe plugged in
  • Oven otherwise functions normally for bake and broil

Can you reset a Frigidaire oven to clear the F16 code?

Unplug the meat probe if plugged in. Clean the probe jack with a dry brush and compressed air. Restore oven power - F16 should clear. If using a probe that was inside during self-clean, replace it before the code will fully clear.

Tools Required for Diagnosis

Dry toothbrushCompressed air can

Diagnostic Checklist

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

1

Confirm whether the meat probe is currently plugged into the

Confirm whether the meat probe is currently plugged into the probe jack in the oven wall. If it is, unplug it. Inspect the probe cable for visible melting, charring, or bare wire exposure. A probe that has been through a self-clean cycle will have melted insulation.

2

Clean the probe jack in the oven wall using a dry toothbrush and

3

Restore power

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
Meat Probe / Food Temperature Probe318255008 · $20–$45

Repair vs. Replace Calculator

Appliance Age (Years)7 Yrs
Labor Approach
Our Verdict
REPAIR
Estimated Cost: $33 (Parts) vs $1900 (New Machine)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my Frigidaire oven show F16 when the meat probe is not plugged in?
Food debris or moisture in the probe jack creates a low-resistance bridge across the jack contacts, which the control board reads as a shorted probe. Clean the probe jack receptacle in the oven wall with a dry toothbrush and compressed air. Allow it to fully dry before restoring power. This resolves the majority of F16 cases that have no probe installed.
Can I still use my Frigidaire oven for baking with F16 showing?
Yes. F16 only disables probe-based cooking modes. Standard bake, broil, and convection functions are not affected by a probe circuit fault. You can continue using the oven normally without the meat probe while waiting to clean the jack or replace a damaged probe.
I left my meat probe inside the oven during self-clean and now F16 shows - what do I do?
The probe wire insulation melted and created a permanent short in the probe circuit. Remove the damaged probe and inspect the probe jack for any melted material. Clean the jack thoroughly. If the jack contacts are burned, a service technician may need to replace the jack assembly. Order a replacement meat probe (318255008) - do not leave any probe plugged in or stored inside the oven during self-clean cycles.

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Models Known to Experience F16 Errors

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

FGEF3059TF, FGEF3062TF, FPEF3077QF, FGEW276SPF, FFEF3054TS

Last verified for technical accuracy on March 14, 2026