Electrolux Range Error Code F23

F23 means the display board has lost communication with the convection fan and oven lights control board. These two boards are connected by a wiring harness at the P2 connector on each board, and when that signal is interrupted, the range logs the F23 fault. The cause can be a loose wire connection, a damaged harness, or a failed circuit board on either end of the communication link.

An F23 fault means the display board cannot confirm the status of the convection fan and oven lights control board, so convection fan operation and oven lighting may not function correctly or reliably. Basic bake functions may still operate depending on the range model, but using a range with an active communication fault is not recommended until the fault is diagnosed and resolved.

Repair costs depend on which component has failed. If the issue is simply reseating a loose harness connector, there is no parts cost involved. Replacing the convection fan and oven lights control board typically costs somewhere in the range of $80 to $200 for the part, while a display board replacement can range from $100 to $300 or more, with additional labor costs if a technician performs the repair.

A knowledgeable DIYer can attempt the first diagnostic step, which involves locating and inspecting the wiring harness between the P2 connectors on both boards. If the connectors are accessible and the wiring appears intact, reseating the connectors firmly may resolve the fault. If the problem requires replacing the convection fan and oven lights control board or the display board, those repairs are within reach for experienced DIYers but involve working with electrical components inside the range, so comfort with appliance disassembly is important.

Resetting the range by cycling the power at the breaker may temporarily clear the F23 fault display, but if the underlying cause is a hardware problem such as a loose connector, damaged wiring, or a failed board, the code will return once the range attempts communication again. A reset alone is not a fix and should only be used as part of the diagnostic process.