Bosch Oven Error Code E116

E116 on a Bosch oven indicates a meat probe fault in Cavity 1. The error appears when the probe circuit's hot wire shorts to ground, or when the probe connection switches between connected and disconnected multiple times. The oven disables the probe feature but continues to operate normally for all other cooking functions.

A power reset may temporarily clear the display, but if the underlying fault condition still exists, such as a loose connector or damaged probe, the code will return once the oven attempts to use or detect the probe circuit again. The root cause needs to be corrected for the error to stay cleared.

If the fix is as simple as cleaning the probe receptacle or reseating a loose connector, there may be no parts cost at all, with any expense limited to a service call fee, typically in the range of $75 to $150. If the meat probe itself needs replacement, probe costs generally range from $30 to $80 depending on the specific model. Wiring harness replacement, if required, can bring total repair costs to between $150 and $300 including labor.

Yes, the oven is designed to continue operating normally when E116 is active. Only the meat probe function is disabled as a precaution. You can bake, broil, and use other cooking modes without any issue until the probe circuit fault is resolved.

The E116 fault is not considered a critical safety hazard since the oven continues to function and the probe is simply disabled. However, a shorted wire or damaged wiring harness inside the oven cavity should be inspected and repaired promptly to prevent potential escalation of the wiring fault.