GE Oven F2 Error Code: Temperature Runaway Fix

Quick Answer

GE F2 trips at 615 degrees F held for 35 seconds or longer - a threshold that differs from Frigidaire's F10, which trips at a lower threshold on a different timer.

GE F2 trips at 615 degrees F held for 35 seconds or longer - a threshold that differs from Frigidaire's F10, which trips at a lower threshold on a different timer. The most important GE-specific fact about F2 is that the control board relay is the most likely culprit, not the temperature sensor itself: when the bake relay welds closed, the heating element stays on even after the oven reaches setpoint, driving the temperature up until the safety limit fires. GE uses a 1080-ohm RTD probe for temperature sensing - if that probe also happens to be shorted (F20) simultaneously, the board may misread temperature and trigger F2 even at lower actual temperatures. On GE Advantium models, F2 has a different diagnostic path because Advantium uses halogen lamp heating rather than a conventional bake element. The self-clean cycle is the most common trigger for GE F2 on older ranges because it pushes the oven to 900 degrees F, which can weld already marginal relays.

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Time to Fix

30–90 min

Difficulty

intermediate

Parts Cost

$20 – $280

Tools Needed

Multimeter (ohm mode), Nut driver (1/4")

What Does the F2 Code Mean?

The oven exceeded 615 degrees F for 35 seconds, triggering a safety shutdown. The most likely cause is a stuck bake relay on the control board keeping the element energized past setpoint.

Most Likely Causes

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

Stuck bake or broil relay on control board holding element energized40%

RTD temperature sensor sending false high readings (rare coincidence with F20 fault)24%

Control board failure causing runaway element activation22%

Self-clean cycle heat welding marginal relay contacts14%

Symptoms You May Notice

F2 displayed after oven reaches or overshoots setpoint
Oven gets extremely hot well above selected temperature
F2 appears during or immediately after self-clean cycle
Oven shuts off and will not restart until code is cleared
Burning smell from oven interior at normal baking temperatures

Can you reset a Ge oven to clear the F2 code?

Press Clear/Off to dismiss F2. Cut breaker power for 30 seconds. Do not attempt to restart the oven until the root cause is diagnosed - if the relay is stuck closed, the oven will overheat again immediately after reset.

Tools Required for Diagnosis

Multimeter (ohm mode)Nut driver (1/4")Phillips screwdriverFlashlightThermal gloves for handling cooled components

Diagnostic Checklist

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

Cut power at the breaker and allow the oven to cool for 30 minutes

Cut power at the breaker and allow the oven to cool for 30 minutes. While waiting, note when F2 appeared - during baking, broiling, or self-clean. Self-clean F2 almost always points to the control board relay.

Remove the rear panel

With the oven fully powered down and cooled

Replace the control board

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
GE Oven Control BoardWB27T11311 · $150–$280	WB27T11311	$150 – $280
GE RTD Temperature SensorWB21X5243 · $20–$40	WB21X5243	$20 – $40
GE Bake ElementWB44T10011 · $25–$50	WB44T10011	$25 – $50

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I continue using my GE oven after clearing F2?

Not until the cause is found. If a relay is stuck closed, the oven will overheat again immediately. Clear the code only as part of the diagnostic process, not as a long-term fix. An oven with an active runaway relay is a fire and burn hazard.

Why does GE F2 appear most often after a self-clean cycle?

The self-clean cycle heats the oven to approximately 900 degrees F. That extreme heat stresses relay contacts that may have been marginal for years. The relay welds shut during self-clean, and F2 fires when the temperature overshoots during the cycle or on the next normal baking use.

How is GE F2 different from Frigidaire F10?

Both codes indicate oven temperature runaway, but GE F2 trips when the sensor reads above 615 degrees F for 35 or more seconds. Frigidaire F10 triggers at a lower threshold. The underlying cause is the same - a stuck relay on the control board - but the part numbers, board designs, and relay specs are brand-specific.

Related Ge Oven Error Codes

Code: HUBGE Oven Error Codes: Complete F-Code and Fault Reference Code: F3GE Oven F3 Error Code: Open Temperature Sensor Circuit Code: F20GE Oven F20 Error Code: Shorted Temperature Sensor

Same Fix on Other Brands

Frigidaire F10:

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Models Known to Experience F2 Errors

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

JB735SPSS, JB645RKSS, JGS760SELSS, JB750SJSS, PB960SJSS

Last verified for technical accuracy on March 14, 2026