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Viking · VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls

Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls F20 Error Fix: Oven Heater Relay Stuck

The relay controlling power to the oven heating elements is stuck in the closed position, causing continuous heating or failure to turn off heating elements.

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Quick Answer

Error F20 on the Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls means: Oven Heater Relay Stuck. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Control Board Relay” (hard difficulty, ~90 min, DIY cost: $160-$210). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · oven

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Root Cause Analysis

Control Board Failure → Relay StuckPrimary

Control Board Failure

When to Call a Professional

While many oven 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: $350-$500.

Other Viking Models with Error F20

VDOF730SS 30 in 7.3 cu ft Double Wall Oven with Convection and Self-Cleaning

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VGCC5366BSS 36 in 22,000 BTU Gas Range with Convection Oven and Sealed Burners

oven · 2 fixes

VGR5486GSS 48 in 27,000 BTU Pro Style Gas Range with 6 Burners and Infrared Broiler

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Other Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls Error Codes

Oven Temperature Sensor Failure

2 fixes

F10

Oven Sensor Circuit Open

Oven Relay Failure

Oven Door Gasket Leak

2 fixes

F13

Oven Ignition Failure

2 fixes

F14

Oven Wiring Harness Damage

2 fixes

F15

Oven Fan Motor Failure

2 fixes

F16

Oven Temperature Sensor Short

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls Error F20

What does error code F20 mean on a Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls?

Error code F20 on the Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls means: Oven Heater Relay Stuck. The relay controlling power to the oven heating elements is stuck in the closed position, causing continuous heating or failure to turn off heating elements.

How do I fix error code F20 on my Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls?

The most successful fix is "Replace Control Board Relay" (hard difficulty, ~90 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $160-$210. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code F20 on a Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls serious?

This error is rated critical severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls error F20 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Control Board Relay") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 90 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Nut driver.

How much does it cost to repair Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls error F20?

DIY cost: $160-$210. Professional repair typically costs $350-$500. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls have?

The Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls has 8 other known error codes, including: F1 (Oven Temperature Sensor Failure), F10 (Oven Sensor Circuit Open), F11 (Oven Relay Failure), F12 (Oven Door Gasket Leak), F13 (Oven Ignition Failure), and 3 more.

Which other Viking models have the F20 error?

Error code F20 also appears on 3 other Viking models: VDOF730SS 30 in 7.3 cu ft Double Wall Oven with Convection and Self-Cleaning, VGCC5366BSS 36 in 22,000 BTU Gas Range with Convection Oven and Sealed Burners, VGR5486GSS 48 in 27,000 BTU Pro Style Gas Range with 6 Burners and Infrared Broiler. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls have?

The Viking VER5366BSS 36 in 6.0 cu ft Electric Range with True Convection and Touch Controls has 8 other known error codes:

F1 — Oven Temperature Sensor Failure (2 fixes)
F10 — Oven Sensor Circuit Open (2 fixes)
F11 — Oven Relay Failure (2 fixes)
F12 — Oven Door Gasket Leak (2 fixes)
F13 — Oven Ignition Failure (2 fixes)
F14 — Oven Wiring Harness Damage (2 fixes)
F15 — Oven Fan Motor Failure (2 fixes)
F16 — Oven Temperature Sensor Short (2 fixes)

Which other Viking models have the F20 error?

Error code F20 also appears on 3 other Viking models:

VDOF730SS 30 in 7.3 cu ft Double Wall Oven with Convection and Self-Cleaning (oven) · 2 fixes
VGCC5366BSS 36 in 22,000 BTU Gas Range with Convection Oven and Sealed Burners (oven) · 2 fixes
VGR5486GSS 48 in 27,000 BTU Pro Style Gas Range with 6 Burners and Infrared Broiler (oven) · 2 fixes

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