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York · GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace

York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace E16 Error Fix: Open Flame Detection Circuit

The flame detection circuit is open, indicating a wiring fault or sensor failure that prevents the furnace from confirming burner ignition. This stops the furnace from running to avoid unsafe operation.

critical2 fixes available

Quick Answer

Error E16 on the York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace means: Open Flame Detection Circuit. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Flame Sensor Assembly” (medium difficulty, ~40 min, DIY cost: $40-$60). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · furnace

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Root Cause Analysis

Sensor MalfunctionPrimary

Electrical Fault → Wiring Harness Damaged

When to Call a Professional

While many furnace 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: $120-$180.

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TM9V080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE 2-Stage Variable-Speed Gas Furnace

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YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor

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YHG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER 10 HSPF Affinity Series Heat Pump with Variable-Speed Compressor

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YZH36B21S 3 Ton 16 SEER 9.5 HSPF Heat Pump with Environmentally Friendly Refrigerant

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Other York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace Error Codes

Ignition Failure

Flame Sensor Fault

Pressure Switch Open

Limit Switch Open

Inducer Motor Failure

2 fixes

E06

Blower Motor Overcurrent

2 fixes

E07

Thermostat Communication Failure

2 fixes

E08

Flame Rollout Switch Open

2 fixes

People Also Ask About York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace Error E16

What does error code E16 mean on a York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace?

Error code E16 on the York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace means: Open Flame Detection Circuit. The flame detection circuit is open, indicating a wiring fault or sensor failure that prevents the furnace from confirming burner ignition. This stops the furnace from running to avoid unsafe operation.

How do I fix error code E16 on my York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace?

The most successful fix is "Replace Flame Sensor Assembly" (medium difficulty, ~40 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $40-$60. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code E16 on a York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace 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 York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace error E16 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Flame Sensor Assembly") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 40 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace error E16?

DIY cost: $40-$60. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace have?

The York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace has 8 other known error codes, including: E01 (Ignition Failure), E02 (Flame Sensor Fault), E03 (Pressure Switch Open), E04 (Limit Switch Open), E05 (Inducer Motor Failure), and 3 more.

Which other York models have the E16 error?

Error code E16 also appears on 6 other York models: DERA-P036N07 HP 16 SEER, TM8E100C20MP11 100,000 BTU 80% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace, TM9V080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE 2-Stage Variable-Speed Gas Furnace, YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor, YHG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER 10 HSPF Affinity Series Heat Pump with Variable-Speed Compressor, YZH36B21S 3 Ton 16 SEER 9.5 HSPF Heat Pump with Environmentally Friendly Refrigerant. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace have?

The York GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace has 8 other known error codes:

E01 — Ignition Failure (2 fixes)
E02 — Flame Sensor Fault (2 fixes)
E03 — Pressure Switch Open (2 fixes)
E04 — Limit Switch Open (2 fixes)
E05 — Inducer Motor Failure (2 fixes)
E06 — Blower Motor Overcurrent (2 fixes)
E07 — Thermostat Communication Failure (2 fixes)
E08 — Flame Rollout Switch Open (2 fixes)

Which other York models have the E16 error?

Error code E16 also appears on 6 other York models:

DERA-P036N07 HP 16 SEER (heat pump) · 2 fixes
TM8E100C20MP11 100,000 BTU 80% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes
TM9V080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE 2-Stage Variable-Speed Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes
YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor (air conditioner) · 2 fixes
YHG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER 10 HSPF Affinity Series Heat Pump with Variable-Speed Compressor (heat pump) · 2 fixes
YZH36B21S 3 Ton 16 SEER 9.5 HSPF Heat Pump with Environmentally Friendly Refrigerant (heat pump) · 2 fixes

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