Bosch Range Error Code E116

E116 indicates a meat probe circuit fault, specifically that the probe's hot wire has shorted to ground or the connection is cycling between connected and disconnected repeatedly. The control board disables the probe feature when this condition is detected but allows the oven to continue operating. The most common cause is a loose connector or dirty contacts at the probe receptacle inside the oven cavity.

A power reset may temporarily clear the code, but it will return as soon as the control board detects the same shorted or intermittent probe circuit again. A lasting fix requires addressing the underlying cause, such as cleaning the receptacle contacts, reseating the connector, or replacing a damaged probe or receptacle assembly.

If the fix is as simple as cleaning the probe receptacle or reseating a loose connector, there may be no parts cost at all, though a service call from a technician typically runs in the range of $75 to $150 for diagnosis. Replacing a faulty meat probe generally costs between $30 and $80 for the part. If the receptacle assembly itself requires replacement, parts and labor combined can range from $100 to $250 depending on the specific model and local labor rates.

Yes, the oven is designed to continue operating normally when E116 is active. The error only disables the meat probe function, so you can still bake, roast, and use other oven modes. However, the probe temperature monitoring feature will not work until the fault is resolved.

The E116 error itself does not indicate a dangerous condition, and the oven remains operational with its normal safety systems active. The probe is disabled rather than allowed to provide inaccurate readings, which is the intended safe behavior. That said, a wire that has shorted to grounded metal should be inspected and corrected to prevent further damage to wiring or components.