GE Range Error Code FAAx

FAAx is a pot detection fault on a GE induction range. It means the control board did not detect a suitable cooking vessel on one of the induction zones, identified by the number in place of "x". The error is triggered when cookware is too small, incompatible with induction, or when a hardware issue such as a dropped coil is present. Correcting the cookware is the first step to resolving it.

FAAx is a transient error, meaning it clears automatically once the cooktop detects a suitable pot. A power reset may temporarily clear the display, but if the underlying cause is incorrect cookware or a hardware problem such as a dropped coil, the error will return as soon as that zone is activated again.

If the fix is simply switching to the correct cookware, there is no repair cost. If the induction coil has dropped and needs to be remounted or replaced, parts and labor can range from $150 to $400 depending on the specific model and coil assembly. A control board replacement, if needed, typically ranges from $200 to $500 including labor.

Start by placing a flat-bottomed, induction-compatible pot that is appropriately sized for the burner zone, centered over the element. If the error clears, the issue was with the cookware. If it persists with correct cookware, inspect the coil assembly beneath the glass for physical separation from the surface, and check for any visible damage to the coil itself.

The affected induction zone will not heat while the FAAx error is active, so there is no burn or fire risk from that burner. The rest of the range should continue to function normally. However, if the coil has physically separated from the glass, continued use of that zone could cause further damage and the cooktop should not be operated until the coil is resecured.