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Samsung Washer Error Codes: The Full List
Samsung washers report faults as short codes on the display. Newer US models end codes with C (4C, 5C) and older models used E (4E, 5E) for the same faults, so read the number first if the letter does not match your chart. Find your code below for its meaning, then open its full guide for ranked causes, safe checks and costs.
Water and drain codes
| Code | What It Means | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| 4C / 4E | Water supply problem: the tub is not filling fast enough | Full 4C / 4E guide |
| 5C / 5E | Drain problem: the tub is not emptying | Full 5C / 5E guide |
| 1C / 1E | Water level sensor problem: the washer cannot read how much water is in the tub | Listed here, full guide in progress |
| OC / OE | Overflow: too much water detected in the tub | Listed here, full guide in progress |
Door, load and motor codes
| Code | What It Means | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| dC / dE | Door or lid not confirmed closed and locked | Full dC / dE guide |
| Ub / UE | Unbalanced load: the spin was stopped for safety | Full Ub / UE guide |
| 3C / 3E | Motor drive problem: the drum motor is not running as commanded | Listed here, full guide in progress |
| SUD | Not a fault code: excessive suds detected, the washer pauses to let suds break down | Full SUD guide |
Before You Call Anyone
Work on the simple external causes first: taps, hoses, filters and how the machine is loaded explain most Samsung codes. Codes that return immediately after those checks, or appear in combinations, usually mean an internal part or sensor and are repair territory. Always unplug the washer before removing any panel or filter housing beyond the user access points described in our guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Samsung code end in C when the chart says E?
Samsung changed its display convention: current models show C codes (4C, 5C) and older models show E codes (4E, 5E) for identical faults. Match by number.
Which Samsung washer code is most common?
4C, the water supply code, followed closely by 5C for draining. Both are usually caused outside the machine: taps, inlet filters, the pump filter or the drain hose.
Do I need a technician for a Samsung error code?
Not for most of them. Work through the linked guide for your code first: the majority clear with a filter clean, a hose fix or a load redistribution.
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