Written by
Marcus Lindqvist Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error code2
ApplianceCooktop
Display: 2
Meaning: thermistor error
Step one: press Power ON/OFF
Step two: breaker off for 30 seconds, then back on
When the reset does not clear it
The cooktop then needs service. LG treats that as a job for a professional, not the owner.
Related cooktop codes
The sister thermistor code code 1 follows the same steps, and code 3 is the third. A fault found with the display is code 5. Prolonged metal or water on the touch pads is code 4.
Cooktop service across San Francisco
Reach the line at (415) 223-7887 and mention that 2 is showing; LG cooktop repair describes what is handled. Bay Area callers should note the model number.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so 2 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Code 2 on an LG cooktop is a thermistor error.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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