Bosch Oven Error Code E216

E216 on a Bosch oven indicates a meat probe fault in Cavity 2. The error appears when the probe's hot signal wire shorts to ground or when the probe connection repeatedly drops in and out, causing the control board to detect unstable readings. The oven disables the probe feature but continues to operate normally for standard cooking functions.

A power reset may temporarily clear the code, but if the underlying cause is still present, such as a loose connector or shorted wire, the fault will return once the probe circuit is activated again. To clear E216 permanently, the wiring, connector, and probe receptacle should be inspected and the root cause corrected before relying on the probe feature.

If the fix involves only cleaning the probe receptacle or reseating a loose connector, there may be no parts cost at all, though a service call to diagnose and perform the repair typically runs in the range of $75 to $150. If the meat probe itself has failed and needs replacement, parts costs generally add another $30 to $80 depending on the specific probe assembly required, bringing total repair costs to roughly $100 to $250 with labor.

Yes, E216 does not shut down the oven. The control board disables only the Cavity 2 meat probe feature and allows all other cooking functions to continue. You can bake, broil, or roast as normal, but you will not be able to use the probe for temperature monitoring until the fault is corrected.

The fault itself is not a fire or safety hazard. The oven is designed to disable the faulty probe circuit while continuing to operate safely. However, a wire that is shorted to grounded metal should be inspected and corrected to prevent any potential long-term wiring damage, so addressing the fault promptly is recommended.