Gaggenau Oven Error Code E116

E116 means the oven has detected an interrupted connection to the core temperature sensor, also known as the KFT or meat probe. The control board is not receiving a signal from the probe circuit. The fault points to the probe cable, the KFT socket, or the probe itself. On ovens with software version 1.20 or earlier, this code will not appear on the display.

E116 relates specifically to the core temperature probe circuit and does not affect the oven's main heating elements or temperature control system. The oven should still heat normally, but the meat probe feature will not function. If you do not need the probe for your current cooking task, continued use is generally acceptable, though you should resolve the fault before relying on the probe again.

Repair costs depend on which component has failed. If only cleaning the KFT socket resolves the issue, there is no parts cost. Replacing a damaged probe cable or the KFT socket assembly typically falls in the range of $50 to $200 for parts, plus labor if a technician is needed. A replacement core temperature probe itself can range from $30 to $150 depending on the model.

Start by inspecting the probe cable for any visible damage and check that the probe is fully seated in the KFT socket. Clean the socket to remove any debris or corrosion from the contact pins. If the cable and socket look intact, test the probe for continuity to determine if the sensor itself has failed and needs replacement.

A power reset may temporarily clear the code from the display, but E116 will return if the underlying connection fault in the probe circuit has not been corrected. The fault must be resolved at the hardware level, meaning the cable, socket, or probe must be repaired or replaced, before the error will stay cleared.