Editorial & technical review
- Written by ApplianceWorth Editorial Team
- Technically reviewed by Victor — appliance technician
- Last reviewed 2026-07-01
- Applies to KitchenAid range / ovens
- Confidence medium
- Also displayed as F3E0
- Sources Manufacturer service documentation and field-repair experience · Methodology · Report a correction
What this code means
The control reads an open or shorted oven-temperature sensor circuit. F3E0 applies to the main or upper oven; F3E1 applies to the lower oven on double-oven models.
Most likely causes
- A failed oven temperature sensor
- A loose, burned or pinched sensor harness
- A poor connection at the appliance manager
- A failed sensor-input circuit on the control board
Safe checks for the owner
- Stop using the affected oven cavity because temperature control may be inaccurate.
- Disconnect power at the breaker for five minutes and retry once after the oven is cool.
- Do not remove the sensor or measure it while the appliance is energized.
Estimated U.S. repair cost
$200–$420, depending on model, access, parts availability and local labor.