GE Oven F2 Code: Temperature Over the Limit
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Short answer
What F2 (F20) means
In GE's words, condensed: for an unknown reason, the oven temperature has exceeded a preset threshold (GE Appliances).
What GE says to try
- Turn the oven off and let it cool completely.
- Restart a normal bake and watch whether the code returns.
Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker before reaching into any part of it. Codes and steps vary by model, so check your manual too.
If the code comes back
A repeating F2 needs the temperature sensor and control tested; it is a safety shutoff. An oven sensor costs about $175 and a control board about $225 on average. (Angi, oven repair cost (updated Sep 11, 2026))
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Quick answers
What does F2 (F20) mean on a GE range or wall oven?
GE says it means for an unknown reason, the oven temperature has exceeded a preset threshold.
How do I clear F2 (F20)?
GE's steps: Turn the oven off and let it cool completely. Restart a normal bake and watch whether the code returns.
What does it cost if F2 (F20) keeps coming back?
A repeating F2 needs the temperature sensor and control tested; it is a safety shutoff. An oven sensor costs about $175 and a control board about $225 on average.
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