Frigidaire Inaccurate Oven Temperature

The oven heats but does not reach or maintain the correct temperature; food is undercooked or overcooked.

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Possible Causes

Drifted oven temperature sensor, failing bake element, poor oven calibration in the control, door gasket leak causing heat loss.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before testing components.

  • Verify with thermometer:
    • Place an oven-safe thermometer in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F.
    • Compare the displayed temperature to the actual temperature; note any consistent offset.
  • Check sensor:
    • Test the oven temperature sensor resistance at room temperature (~1050–1100 Ω).
    • Replace if out of spec.
  • Inspect elements:
    • Ensure bake and broil elements glow evenly with no dark spots.
  • Calibrate control:
    • Many Frigidaire controls allow temperature adjustment (e.g., ±35°F). Refer to the user manual to adjust calibration if the hardware is good.
  • Door gasket:
    • Inspect the oven door gasket for gaps or tears and replace if damaged.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Oven Temperature Sensor (RTD)
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