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Full Error Code List

Samsung washing machine error codes

Use this page when you already know the display code or want to compare Samsung washing machine meanings quickly by severity.

How to use this list

Use the table to confirm the exact code, then open the detail guide for the safest first checks, model notes, and next-step options.

What the list is best for

  • Matching the exact display code before you act.
  • Comparing severity and meaning side by side.
  • Spotting closely related warnings that users often confuse.

What happens on the detail page

  • Quick answer and severity guidance.
  • Symptom-based first checks where the content supports it.
  • Model and display notes plus trust and source context.

Samsung washing machine code table

Scan by code, meaning, and severity, then open the exact detail page when you need step-by-step guidance.

3C
The washer has detected a fault in the drum drive motor or its control circuit. The motor is not operating within expected parameters.
high severity
4C
Samsung 4C usually means the washer is not getting enough incoming water to finish the fill on time.
medium severity
4C2
The washer has detected that the cold water inlet is receiving extremely hot water — the hot and cold supply hoses have been swapped at installation.
low severity
5E
Samsung 5E usually means the washer cannot drain water out of the drum fast enough to continue the cycle.
medium severity
8E
The washer has detected a fault in the MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System) vibration sensor. This sensor monitors drum vibration to detect imbalance and protect the machine during spin.
high severity
9C1
The washer has detected an irregularity in the voltage being supplied — it is either too high, too low, or fluctuating beyond safe operating limits.
medium severity
AE
The washer's internal electronic components cannot communicate with each other. A communication breakdown has occurred between the main control board and one or more subsystems.
high severity
bE2
The washer's control panel has detected that one or more buttons are stuck in a continuously pressed state, preventing normal operation.
medium severity
Cb
The washer is running a calibration cycle to recalibrate its load weight detection sensors. This is a maintenance mode, not a fault.
low severity
CL
The child safety lock is engaged. All control panel buttons are disabled to prevent accidental operation. This is not a fault — it is an intentional safety mode.
low severity
ddC
On Samsung FlexWash models with a secondary Add Door (the small door for adding garments mid-cycle), the Add Door is not detected as properly closed and locked.
medium severity
dE
Samsung washer error dE usually means the machine does not think the door is closed or locked properly.
medium severity
dn
The washer is downloading and installing a firmware (software) update over Wi-Fi. The display shows 'dn' during this process. This is not a fault.
low severity
HC
The washer has detected a fault in the heating element circuit. The water heating system is either overheating or failing to heat, depending on the model and error variant.
high severity
LC
The washer has detected an abnormal water level or moisture in the base of the machine, indicating either a leak or a water pressure sensor fault.
medium severity
OE
Samsung washer error OE usually means the machine thinks too much water is in the drum or the water-level reading is not correct.
medium severity
SDC
The washer has detected that the detergent drawer is not fully closed and latched. The cycle will not proceed until the drawer is properly seated.
low severity
SUd
The washer has detected an over-sudsing condition — there are too many suds in the drum. The cycle will pause and the machine will automatically run additional rinse cycles to dissipate the foam.
low severity
tE
The washer has detected a fault in the water temperature sensor (NTC thermistor). The machine cannot accurately measure water temperature and has stopped to prevent overheating or incorrect cycle temperatures.
high severity
UE
The washer has detected that the laundry load is unevenly distributed in the drum and cannot safely reach spin speed. The machine will attempt to redistribute the load automatically before displaying UE.
low severity

Common symptom shortcuts

These clusters give users another way into the list when they know the symptom but not the code.

Drain and standing water problems

  • 5E - Samsung 5E usually means the washer cannot drain water out of the drum fast enough to continue the cycle.
  • LC - The washer has detected an abnormal water level or moisture in the base of the machine, indicating either a leak or a water pressure sensor fault.
  • OE - Samsung washer error OE usually means the machine thinks too much water is in the drum or the water-level reading is not correct.

Leaks, fill, and water-path issues

  • 4C - Samsung 4C usually means the washer is not getting enough incoming water to finish the fill on time.
  • 4C2 - The washer has detected that the cold water inlet is receiving extremely hot water — the hot and cold supply hoses have been swapped at installation.
  • 5E - Samsung 5E usually means the washer cannot drain water out of the drum fast enough to continue the cycle.

Door, latch, and lock warnings

  • 5E - Samsung 5E usually means the washer cannot drain water out of the drum fast enough to continue the cycle.
  • ddC - On Samsung FlexWash models with a secondary Add Door (the small door for adding garments mid-cycle), the Add Door is not detected as properly closed and locked.
  • dE - Samsung washer error dE usually means the machine does not think the door is closed or locked properly.

Common guides to open next

3C fix guide

3C - The washer has detected a fault in the drum drive motor or its control circuit. The motor is not operating within expected parameters.

4C fix guide

4C - Samsung 4C usually means the washer is not getting enough incoming water to finish the fill on time.

4C2 fix guide

4C2 - The washer has detected that the cold water inlet is receiving extremely hot water — the hot and cold supply hoses have been swapped at installation.

5E fix guide

5E - Samsung 5E usually means the washer cannot drain water out of the drum fast enough to continue the cycle.