Thermador Oven Error Code F-25

F-25 indicates that the control panel registered continuous contact at one or more touch zones for more than 60 seconds. The oven triggers this fault as a protective measure to prevent unintended operation. It can be caused by an object resting against the panel, someone leaning on the controls, or a defective touch keypad.

F-25 is itself a safety feature, not a hazard indicator. The oven disables input when it detects a prolonged key contact to prevent the appliance from being changed to an unsafe setting accidentally. As long as the oven is not running unintended cycles, F-25 does not present an immediate danger, but a defective keypad that keeps triggering the code should be addressed promptly.

If the error is caused by an external object against the panel, there is no repair cost at all. If the touch panel membrane is damaged or defective, replacement parts typically range from around $75 to $250 or more depending on the model, with labor adding another $100 to $200 if a technician is needed. A faulty control board, while less common for this code, would be a higher expense.

A reset will often clear F-25 if the cause was a temporary obstruction like an object pressed against the panel. Touch the OFF key or turn off the circuit breaker, wait 3 minutes, then restore power. If nothing is pressing on the controls and the code returns right away, the touch panel itself may be faulty and will need further inspection.

Start by clearing the area around the control panel and removing anything that could be making contact with it. Then press the OFF key or switch off the circuit breaker for at least 3 minutes before restoring power. If the error clears and does not return, the issue was likely an external obstruction. If it persists, inspect the touch panel for moisture damage, stuck keys, or a loose ribbon cable connection to the control board.