Electrolux Range Error Code F018

F018 indicates a failure in the oven relay board, also called the wiggler board. This board controls the relays that switch power to the oven heating elements. When the control system detects the relay board is not functioning correctly, it displays F018 and disables oven operation to prevent further damage.

You should not attempt to use the oven while F018 is active. The relay board controls power delivery to the heating elements, and a failure in this board means the oven cannot heat reliably or safely. Continuing to operate the range in this condition risks unpredictable heating behavior or no heating at all.

The cost to repair an F018 error typically includes the price of the replacement relay board plus labor if a technician is hired. Parts costs can vary depending on the specific model, and labor rates differ by region. In general, homeowners can expect to spend somewhere in the range of $150 to $400 or more for a professional repair, with DIY repair reducing the cost to parts only.

If you are comfortable working with appliance electrical components and can safely disconnect power before beginning, replacing the oven relay board is a straightforward repair. The board is a direct swap and is not serviceable at the component level in the field. However, if you are unsure about working with high-voltage appliance wiring, hiring a qualified technician is the safer option.

A reset by disconnecting power for a few minutes may temporarily clear the code, but it will return if the relay board has genuinely failed. Because F018 points to a hardware failure rather than a communication glitch, a reset is not a lasting fix. Replacing the relay board is required to resolve the fault permanently.