What does Maytag Oven Broiler Not Working - Causes & Fix mean?

A Maytag oven broiler that won't work is usually a failed broil element (electric) or weak igniter (gas). Replace the defective part.

How do I fix Maytag Oven Broiler Not Working - Causes & Fix?

Work through the step-by-step fix below. Start with the quick reset and the most common cause, then check the specific part this guide points to. Most fixes need only basic hand tools and the right replacement part.

Can I keep using my Maytag appliance with this error showing?

Usually not. Maytag appliances show this error when a part or safety circuit is out of range, so running it can stop the cycle or make the problem worse. Diagnose and clear the error before normal use.

What part is most commonly replaced for Maytag Oven Broiler Not Working - Causes & Fix?

The parts that most often fix Maytag Oven Broiler Not Working - Causes & Fix are listed in the parts section of this guide. Match the part to your exact model and serial number before you buy.

Is Maytag Oven Broiler Not Working - Causes & Fix a DIY repair or do I need a technician?

Many fixes are DIY-friendly with basic tools, such as door switches, drain pumps, water inlet valves, thermostats, heating elements, and filters. Sealed-system, refrigerant, gas, or high-voltage work should go to a licensed technician for safety.

Maytag Oven Broiler Not Working - Causes & Fix

Maytag Oven Broiler Not Working — What’s Happening

When your Maytag oven broiler is not working, the oven simply produces no heat in Broil mode. On electric models, this means the broil element at the top of the cavity is not energizing or glowing red. On gas models, it means the broil burner is not igniting, often because the igniter does not glow or glows weakly without lighting the gas. Maytag guidance confirms that the broil element or burner will not turn on if the oven door is open and will shut off when the door opens during broiling.

This symptom does not always trigger a fault code. The control may appear to function normally, accepting your Broil setting, but no heat is delivered. The root cause is usually in the broil circuit itself: a failed heating element, a weak or open igniter, a blown thermal fuse interrupting power, or a control board or relay that is no longer sending voltage to the broil load.

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Most Likely Causes

Failed broil element (electric) The broil element at the top of the oven cavity has burned out or developed an open circuit, so it cannot heat even when voltage is applied.
Weak or failed igniter (gas) The broil igniter glows but does not draw enough current to open the gas safety valve after about 90 seconds, or it does not glow at all because it is open.
Control board or relay board failure The main control or relay board has a stuck relay, burned trace, or failed output, so it never sends voltage to the broil element or igniter circuit.
Blown thermal fuse The thermal fuse has opened due to overheating, cutting all power to the oven or to the broil circuit.
Door not fully closed or door switch issue The oven door is not latched completely, or the door switch or interlock logic is preventing the broil circuit from energizing.
Incorrect control selection The oven is not actually set to Broil mode, or an improper broil setting was chosen on the control panel.
Power supply or gas supply problem One leg of 240 V is missing at the terminal block (electric), the circuit breaker has tripped, or gas pressure is insufficient or shut off (gas).

How to Diagnose and Fix

Verify the symptom by setting the oven to Broil with the door fully closed and confirming that the broil element does not glow (electric) or the broil burner does not ignite (gas).
Check that the oven door is completely closed and that Broil mode is correctly selected on the control panel, because Maytag ovens will not energize the broil circuit with the door open.
Inspect incoming power at the terminal block or outlet with a multimeter to confirm both legs of 240 V are present (electric ranges) and that the breaker has not tripped.
For electric broil, visually inspect the broil element for cracks, blisters, or separation, then test for voltage at the element terminals when Broil is commanded on.
For gas broil, observe whether the igniter glows when Broil is selected, and time how long it glows before the burner lights or fails to light (weak igniters typically glow for 90 seconds without opening the gas valve).
Test the thermal fuse for continuity with a multimeter if the oven is completely dead or the broil circuit has no power.
Check the control board or relay board for burned components, stuck relays, or no output voltage to the broil circuit when Broil is commanded.
Replace the failed component: the broil element, igniter, thermal fuse, or control board, depending on your test results.

Parts You Might Need

Part	Notes
Broil element	Amazon \| Match your Maytag model number; element is visible at the top of the oven cavity.
Oven igniter (gas models)	Amazon \| Located near the broil burner; verify part number for your specific Maytag gas range.
Thermal fuse	Amazon \| One-time fuse usually mounted on the rear panel or near the control; not resettable.
Oven control board or relay board	Amazon \| Confirm your model’s board part number before ordering; boards are not interchangeable across models.

If your appliance also shows a code on the display, these match this problem:

When to Call a Pro

Call a professional if you are uncomfortable working with 240-volt electric circuits or if you have a gas range. Gas broiler repairs require testing the igniter draw current, inspecting the gas valve, and verifying proper gas pressure, all of which are best handled by a qualified technician. Also call a pro if you have replaced the broil element or igniter and the symptom persists, since the fault is likely in the control board, wiring harness, or a safety interlock that requires schematic-level diagnosis. For gas line, burner, or igniter work, or if you ever smell gas, stop and call a licensed technician.