Frigidaire Gallery FGMV176NTF Repair Guide
Frigidaire’s Gallery line over the range microwave with sensor cooking and a fingerprint resistant stainless finish. A common fitment in mid range kitchen refits, and a straightforward unit to service.
Frigidaire Gallery FGMV176NTF is an over the range microwave, sensor cooking, 1.6 cu ft microwave sold 2019 to present. Its most common repair is runs without heating, usually $165 to $400.
- 5 common problems with causes, fixes and costs below.
- 3 error codes decoded.
- A microwave like this lasts about 7 to 10 years.
- Check the model and serial tag before you order any part.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runs without heating | Magnetron or high voltage diode failure | Professional high voltage repair | not listed | $165 to $400 |
| Totally dead | Fuse blown by interlock failure | Replace interlock switches and fuse | not listed | $110 to $260 |
| Door will not latch reliably | Latch hooks worn or door spring failed | Replace latch assembly | not listed | $100 to $250 |
| Poor extraction, kitchen smoky | Grease filters loaded, or a charcoal filter never changed on a recirculating install | Wash grease filters. Replace charcoal filter | not listed | $0 to $50 |
| Cooktop light out | Bulb failed or socket corroded by steam | Replace bulb. Socket needs cabinet access | not listed | $5 to $180 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F1 | Control or touch panel fault |
| F3 | Shorted key |
| door | Door sensing fault |
Tech notes
Check behind the top vent grille for a charcoal filter before diagnosing weak venting. A large share of Gallery line installs in apartments and condos recirculate rather than duct outside, and that filter is almost never replaced by owners who do not know it exists.
Sources
Where the safety, regulatory and warranty claims on this page come from. Repair costs are our own figures based on Arizona market rates and OEM parts pricing.
- Microwave Ovens, Radiation Emitting Products U.S. Food & Drug Administration The federal requirement for two independent door interlocks plus a monitoring system, and the 21 CFR 1030.10 leakage limit, why an interlock must never be bypassed.
Cost guides for this machine’s common repairs
DIY step by step instructions for this model
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