GE Range Error Code LOCKED/DOOR

LOCKED/DOOR on a GE range means the oven door lock is engaged and has not yet released. This happens during a self-clean cycle or while the oven is still cooling down from one. The door will unlock automatically once the internal temperature drops to a safe level. It is a normal status message, not necessarily a sign of a malfunction.

Yes, a locked door during or after a self-clean cycle is a normal safety feature, not a hazard. The lock prevents accidental exposure to extremely high internal temperatures. You can leave the oven unattended while it cools, but keep the area ventilated and keep children and pets away from the appliance until it fully cools and the door unlocks.

If the oven remains locked after fully cooling, the repair cost depends on the faulty component. A replacement oven temperature sensor typically runs in the range of $20 to $60 for the part, while a door lock motor or latch assembly can range from $40 to $120. Control board replacement is the most expensive possibility, often ranging from $150 to $350 or more for the part alone, not including labor if a technician is hired.

Start by pressing the CLEAR/OFF pad to cancel any active self-clean cycle, then allow the oven to cool completely. The door lock should disengage on its own after the cavity temperature drops below the locking threshold, which can take up to 90 minutes. If the door remains locked after the oven is fully cool, there may be a fault with the temperature sensor, door lock motor, or control board.

Pressing CLEAR/OFF is the recommended first step and will cancel an active self-clean cycle, but it will not immediately unlock the door if the oven is still above the safe temperature threshold. You can also try cutting power to the range at the breaker for a few minutes, but if the oven is still hot, the door lock will likely re-engage when power is restored. The only reliable resolution is allowing the oven to cool fully.