Microwave Error Codes: All Brands
Microwave error codes usually relate to the door switches, a humidity or temperature sensor, a stuck keypad or the control board. A power reset – unplugging for a few minutes – clears many electronic glitches. Never open the outer casing: the high-voltage capacitor inside can hold a dangerous charge even when the microwave is unplugged, so internal repairs are strictly for technicians.
7Codes
2.0Average severity
0%High or critical
100%DIY-friendly
Severity distribution
Official safety recalls (US CPSC)
- Whirlpool Recalls Microwaves Due to Fire Hazard · Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.
- Whirlpool Recalls Jenn-Air Wall Ovens Due to Risk of Burns · The extendable roller rack can unexpectedly disengage when fully extended, posing a risk of burns to consumers.
- Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard · If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard.
- General Electric Recalls Microwave Combo Wall Ovens Due to Fire Hazard · The door switch in the microwave oven can overheat and ignite plastic components in the control area, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The lower thermal oven does not pose a hazard.
- CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Cooking Products · All of the appliances use faulty wiring, which can overheat, melt through the insulation and cause a short circuit. They may pose a shock hazard to consumers, if the appliance is not properly grounded
- CPSC, Whirlpool Announce Recall of Microwave-Hood Combinations · These units can overheat and catch fire.
Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls API. Check your model and serial number on the linked recall notice.
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SE
Samsung · Microwave
The control panel reports a key as pressed all the time, so the microwave refuses to start.
Low
C-d0
Samsung · Microwave
The control saw one button pressed continuously for more than about 10 seconds and locked…
Minor
F3
GE Appliances · Microwave
The control sees a touch pad circuit that stays closed, so it beeps and blocks cooking until…
Low
PF
GE Appliances · Microwave
PF just means the microwave lost power at some point; press Clear/Off and reset the clock.
Minor
F1E4
Whirlpool · Microwave
The microwave's control tried to run a function and failed – a control board, power relay…
Moderate
F1E5
Whirlpool · Microwave
The high-voltage inverter or the magnetron isn't working – the microwave runs but doesn't heat…
Moderate