Hotpoint oven light not working

Why has the light in my oven stopped working?

Of course, you should always try replacing the oven light bulb first when the oven light isn't working.

When the oven light won’t work after replacing the light bulb, then the electronic control board relay that controls the light may be defective. A broken socket or wiring failure can also cause the problem.

Some ovens have a control panel that works with the control board to control the oven light. A bad control panel could prevent the oven light from working.

Some ovens use a power supply board that controls electric current going to the oven light. If that power supply board isn’t sending current to the oven light, you’ll need to replace the power supply board.

A service technician typically needs to diagnose and repair these types of failures when the oven light isn’t working.

Even though you can still use the oven without the oven light, it’s difficult to check on baked goods without the light.

Schedule oven repair service to fix your oven light when just replacing the bulb doesn’t fix the problem.

How to Replace the Electronic Oven Control Board

When the electronic oven control board controls the light and replacing the bulb didn’t fix the problem, you can often repair the lighting problem by replacing the electronic oven control board.

Here’s a safe DIY video that shows how to safely replace the electronic control board in a common range:

What to expect when you experience a Hotpoint oven light not working issue

How is the light not working problem fixed?

Correcting most light not working problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, control panel or power supply. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for an oven light that is not working

When the oven light is not working it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of oven failures.

What to look out for with an oven light not working diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your oven problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

A functioning oven light saves you from constantly opening your Hotpoint oven door, losing valuable heat in the process. If the bulb or socket fails, you’re left peering into darkness and risking underdone or burnt meals. Rather than guessing, book electric stove repair near me or a gas-specific repair for your oven type. A new light assembly brings convenience and consistent cooking back to your routine.