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F16

Thermador · T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System

Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System F16 Error Fix: Door Hinge Temperature Sensor Fault

The temperature sensor located near the door hinge is malfunctioning or disconnected. This sensor monitors door temperature to prevent condensation and frost, and its failure can cause control errors or increased frost buildup.

Medium severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error F16 on the Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System means: Door Hinge Temperature Sensor Fault. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Door Hinge Temperature Sensor” (medium difficulty, ~35 min, DIY cost: $30-$50). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · refrigerator

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Root Cause Analysis

Sensor MalfunctionPrimary

Electrical Fault → Wiring Harness Damaged

When to Call a Professional

While many refrigerator repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $110-$160.

Other Thermador Models with Error F16

MED301JS 30 in Masterpiece Series Single Wall Oven with 4.3 cu ft Capacity and Steam Bake

oven · 2 fixes

PODS301W 30 in Wall Oven with 4.3 cu ft Capacity and Convection Cooking

oven · 2 fixes

PRD486WDGU Pro Grand 48"

oven · 2 fixes

PRL366WG 36 in Pro Grand Range with 5 Burners, 22,000 BTU Power Burner, and Convection Oven

oven · 2 fixes

Other Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System Error Codes

Evaporator Fan Motor Failure

2 fixes

F10

Freezer Door Gasket Seal Failure

2 fixes

F11

Ice Maker Fill Tube Frozen

2 fixes

F12

High Temperature Alarm

2 fixes

F13

Freezer Defrost Sensor Fault

2 fixes

F14

Water Filter Bypass Detected

2 fixes

F15

Ice Maker Motor Jammed

2 fixes

F17

Ice Maker Mold Thermistor Open

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System Error F16

What does error code F16 mean on a Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System?

Error code F16 on the Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System means: Door Hinge Temperature Sensor Fault. The temperature sensor located near the door hinge is malfunctioning or disconnected. This sensor monitors door temperature to prevent condensation and frost, and its failure can cause control errors or increased frost buildup.

How do I fix error code F16 on my Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System?

The most successful fix is "Replace Door Hinge Temperature Sensor" (medium difficulty, ~35 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $30-$50. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code F16 on a Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System serious?

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Can I fix Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System error F16 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Door Hinge Temperature Sensor") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 35 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System error F16?

DIY cost: $30-$50. Professional repair typically costs $110-$160. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System have?

The Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System has 8 other known error codes, including: F1 (Evaporator Fan Motor Failure), F10 (Freezer Door Gasket Seal Failure), F11 (Ice Maker Fill Tube Frozen), F12 (High Temperature Alarm), F13 (Freezer Defrost Sensor Fault), and 3 more.

Which other Thermador models have the F16 error?

Error code F16 also appears on 4 other Thermador models: MED301JS 30 in Masterpiece Series Single Wall Oven with 4.3 cu ft Capacity and Steam Bake, PODS301W 30 in Wall Oven with 4.3 cu ft Capacity and Convection Cooking, PRD486WDGU Pro Grand 48", PRL366WG 36 in Pro Grand Range with 5 Burners, 22,000 BTU Power Burner, and Convection Oven. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System have?

The Thermador T36BT925NS 36 in 20.9 cu ft Freedom® Collection French Door Refrigerator with WiFi Connectivity and ThermaFresh System has 8 other known error codes:

F1 — Evaporator Fan Motor Failure (2 fixes)
F10 — Freezer Door Gasket Seal Failure (2 fixes)
F11 — Ice Maker Fill Tube Frozen (2 fixes)
F12 — High Temperature Alarm (2 fixes)
F13 — Freezer Defrost Sensor Fault (2 fixes)
F14 — Water Filter Bypass Detected (2 fixes)
F15 — Ice Maker Motor Jammed (2 fixes)
F17 — Ice Maker Mold Thermistor Open (2 fixes)

Which other Thermador models have the F16 error?

Error code F16 also appears on 4 other Thermador models:

MED301JS 30 in Masterpiece Series Single Wall Oven with 4.3 cu ft Capacity and Steam Bake (oven) · 2 fixes
PODS301W 30 in Wall Oven with 4.3 cu ft Capacity and Convection Cooking (oven) · 2 fixes
PRD486WDGU Pro Grand 48" (oven) · 2 fixes
PRL366WG 36 in Pro Grand Range with 5 Burners, 22,000 BTU Power Burner, and Convection Oven (oven) · 2 fixes

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