If your Viking oven won’t turn off, don’t panic—but do act fast. This is more than a minor inconvenience; it's a potential hazard. From overheating to excessive power usage and kitchen discomfort, the longer it continues, the more serious it gets.

Let’s walk through a complete Viking stove troubleshooting guide so you can identify what’s wrong, understand possible solutions, and avoid costly damage to your luxury appliance.

The Real Reasons Your Viking Oven Won’t Turn Off

Even though Viking is known for dependable and professional-grade appliances, issues like this can occur due to mechanical or electrical malfunctions.

Most Likely Culprits

Malfunctioning Relay in Control Board

If a relay switch becomes stuck, it continues to supply power to the heating element, keeping your oven hot—even when the controls are off.

• DIY Check: After disconnecting power, inspect the board for burn marks or signs of damage.
  
  

• Solution: Usually requires replacing the control board.
  
  

Temperature Sensor Gone Bad

When your sensor is faulty, the oven may not realize it has reached or exceeded the target temperature—and won’t shut off.

• Symptom: Oven stays on even when set to "Off" or 0°F
  
  

• Fix: Test the sensor for correct resistance; if defective, replace it.
  
  

Viking Stove Troubleshooting Guide for Homeowners

If you’re dealing with this issue, use our simple checklist to diagnose before calling for help.

Step 1 – Reset Your Viking Oven

Sometimes, electronic controls just need a reset.

1. Turn off the oven via circuit breaker.
   
   

2. Wait 10 minutes.
   
   

3. Power it back on and see if the issue persists.
   
   

Step 2 – Inspect the Bake and Broil Elements

Sometimes the issue lies with the heating elements themselves. If either is damaged or grounded, it may receive continuous voltage.

• DIY Tip: Look for glowing elements after shutoff.
  
  

• Fix: Replace any visibly damaged element.
  
  

Step 3 – Evaluate the Control Panel

Check for:

• Flickering display
  
  

• Unresponsive buttons
  
  

• No clicking sounds during operation
  
  

All are signs the electronic board isn’t working properly and needs professional service.

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Conclusion: Restore Control Over Your Viking Appliance

A non-stop oven is never a good sign. Fortunately, this Viking stove troubleshooting guide gives you the information needed to identify and potentially resolve the issue. Whether it’s a sensor glitch or a serious control board failure, the key is acting quickly—and never hesitating to contact trusted professionals when needed.

Let Wilshire Refrigeration keep your kitchen—and your sanity—cool and under control.