GE JVM3160DFWW Over-the-Range Microwave 1.6 cu ft
- Capacity: 1.6 cu ft
- Wattage: 1000 watts
- Heating Method: Microwave Radiation
- Number of Power Levels: 10
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A reliable, no-frills replacement microwave that most buyers found fit cleanly into existing GE cutouts, with the caveat that mounting bracket alignment isn't guaranteed even model to model.
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ASIN: B00YMDK074Model: JVM3160DFWWCategory: Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Overview
GE's JVM3160DFWW is a 1.6 cubic foot over-the-range microwave with 1000 watts of cooking power and a two-speed, 300 CFM venting system to clear smoke and odors from the cooktop below. It includes auto and manual defrost plus a nightlight option for cooktop lighting.
That said, at least one reviewer replacing a same-model unit found the new mounting holes didn't line up with the old bracket, so fit against a specific prior installation isn't guaranteed.
- 1.6 cubic foot capacity, 1000 watts
- Two-speed 300 CFM venting system
- Auto and time defrost programming
- Cooktop lighting with nightlight setting
Who it's for
Good for anyone swapping out an aging over-the-range microwave who wants a straightforward, GE-branded replacement with basic auto-defrost and venting rather than smart or convection features. Two installers are recommended given the weight and overhead mounting.
Pros and cons
- 300 CFM two-speed venting for cooktop smoke and steam
- Auto and manual defrost settings
- Cooktop nightlight option
- Commonly fits existing GE over-the-range cutouts
- Vibrating noise near end of timer countdown
- Mounting holes didn't match one buyer's old bracket
- Installation needs two people due to weight
Performance notes
GE rates this unit's venting at 300 CFM across two speeds, which multiple owners describe as sufficient for everyday cooktop smoke and steam while staying quiet in daily use. One recurring niggle is a vibrating sound some owners describe stopping right as the timer counts down through 8 to 10 seconds, a cause they couldn't trace to a loose external part.
Specifications
| Brand | GE |
|---|---|
| Model | JVM3160DFWW |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.94 poundslower than 100% of 26 over-the-range microwave ovens |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.6 × 29.9 × 16.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.6 cu ftlower than 63% of 53 over-the-range microwave ovens |
| Heating Method | Microwave Radiation |
| Defrost System Type | Defrost |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Power Consumption | 1000 watts |
| Energy Consumption | 1000 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Inner Material | Glass |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | JVM3160DFWW |
| Other details | |
| Number of Programs | 16 |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Cooking Program | Microwave |
| Item Type Name | Over The Range Microwave |
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Frequently asked questions
Does this microwave have a nightlight?
Yes, the cooktop lighting includes an optional nightlight setting in addition to standard task lighting.