GE Refrigerator Error Code F122

The F122 code on a GE refrigerator means the control system has detected a stuck key on the Deli Pan keypad. This occurs when the main control board receives a continuous input signal from one or more buttons on the Deli Pan compartment controls, rather than the brief signal expected from a normal key press. The cause is usually a contaminated, damaged, or worn keypad assembly.

The F122 error is specific to the Deli Pan keypad and does not directly affect the main refrigerator or freezer cooling systems. Your food in the primary compartments should remain safe. However, the Deli Pan temperature controls may not respond correctly to input, which could affect the temperature management of that specific compartment until the fault is resolved.

If the issue is simple contamination resolved by cleaning, there may be no parts cost at all. If the Deli Pan keypad assembly needs replacement, parts typically range from around $30 to $100 depending on the specific model. Adding professional labor, total repair costs can range from roughly $100 to $250. Replacing a ribbon cable or control board, if needed, could push costs higher.

In some cases, yes. Start by removing the Deli Pan drawer and carefully cleaning the keypad surface with a slightly damp cloth to remove any food residue or sticky buildup that may be holding a button down. If the error clears after cleaning and reassembly, no further action may be needed. If the keypad is visibly damaged or the error persists, replacing the keypad assembly is the next step, which is a moderate DIY repair.

A power reset by unplugging the refrigerator for a few minutes may temporarily clear the F122 code, but it will typically return if the underlying physical issue with the Deli Pan keypad is not addressed. A reset is a useful first step to confirm whether the fault is intermittent, but it is not a permanent fix for a stuck or contaminated keypad.