Common faults, ranked
What’s Usually Wrong With an Oven
A quick guide to how often we see each fault, and how urgent it typically is to get sorted.
Urgent: Oven not heating
Usually a failed element or thermostat — the most common oven repair call-out.
Common: Fan not turning
Fan motor faults causing uneven cooking or no circulation.
Urgent: Won’t switch on
Power, fuse, or control board fault stopping the oven starting at all.
Common: Uneven cooking
Hot and cold spots from fan or element wear.
Common: Faulty timer / controls
Digital displays or dials not responding correctly.
Urgent: Tripping the electrics
A safety-critical fault that should be looked at right away.