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F3E2 — Oven Temperature Sensor (RTD) Fault

KitchenAid lists F3 E2 as a possible problem with the oven temperature sensor, the warming drawer sensor (if your range has one), or the associated wiring.

Keep using it?
No — service first
DIY difficulty
Moderate
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How to fix it

  1. Reset power: turn off the circuit breaker(s) for one minute, turn them back on, and watch the oven for one minute to see whether the code returns.
  2. If F3 E2 returns, the oven temperature sensor (or the warming drawer sensor, if equipped) and its wiring need testing. That is electrical diagnosis: schedule service unless you are competent with a multimeter.

Why it happens

Typical signs: F3E2 on display · Oven shuts off mid-cycle · Burning smell or scorched food · Code follows runaway heating

  • Oven temperature sensor KitchenAid names the oven temperature sensor first for F3 E2.
  • Warming drawer sensor (if equipped) On ranges with a warming drawer, its sensor can set the same code.
  • Sensor wiring A loose or damaged connection between a sensor and the control.

Parts you may need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

  • KitchenAid oven temperature sensor RTD Common replacement
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More KitchenAid oven codes

F0E0 Range/Oven F0E0 — Electronic Control Fault F1E0 F1E0 — Control board EEPROM/communication fault F1E2 F1E2 — Main relay board failure F1E5 F1E5 — Control calibration / cal data fault F2E0 Range/Oven F2E0 — Keypad / Control Problem F2E1 Range/Oven F2E1 — Keypad / Control Problem

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Frequently asked questions

What does the F3E2 code mean on a KitchenAid oven?

KitchenAid lists F3 E2 as a possible problem with the oven temperature sensor, the warming drawer sensor (if your range has one), or the associated wiring.

What causes the F3E2 code on a KitchenAid oven?

Oven temperature sensor: KitchenAid names the oven temperature sensor first for F3 E2. Warming drawer sensor (if equipped): On ranges with a warming drawer, its sensor can set the same code. Sensor wiring: A loose or damaged connection between a sensor and the control.

Is it safe to keep using a KitchenAid oven with a F3E2 error?

No — service first. This is rated a critical-severity fault.

How do I fix F3E2 on a KitchenAid oven?

Reset power: turn off the circuit breaker(s) for one minute, turn them back on, and watch the oven for one minute to see whether the code returns. If F3 E2 returns, the oven temperature sensor (or the warming drawer sensor, if equipped) and its wiring need testing. That is electrical diagnosis: schedule service unless you are competent with a multimeter.

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: producthelp.kitchenaid.com.