Samsung Washer Problems & Error Codes
Samsung washer problems, error codes, and fixes.
Samsung washers show numeric and letter codes (5E, 4E, dE, UE and more), and the display string can change by model year — the same fault often appears under more than one code. Match your display string to the family below, or work the no-code symptoms if nothing shows.
1. Start with the code on the display
- 4E — Not filling error Manufacturer-verified
- 5E — No drain error Manufacturer-verified
- SE — No drain error (alt. display) Manufacturer-verified
- UE — Unbalanced load error Manufacturer-verified
- 3E — Voltage error (model-dependent) Manufacturer-verified · model-specific Scope: Samsung washers — Samsung marks 3E with an asterisk; meaning varies by model family (voltage error on many; motor-related per some manuals). Confirm in your model’s manual.
- 1E — Water level or leakage error Manufacturer-verified
- tE — Temperature sensor error Manufacturer-verified
- OE — Overflow error Manufacturer-verified
- dE — Door error Manufacturer-verified
- SUD — Suds error Unverified — no first-party source located Scope: Samsung washers (display format varies by model year)
Status is shown straight from each code's lookup record. "Partially verified" and "Unverified" entries are published as leads, not as confirmed meanings — check your model's manual before acting.
Full Samsung washer error-code guide →
2. No code on the display? Work the symptom
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3. Find your model number
The rating plate is usually inside the door frame, on the tub side, or on the back panel. You need the full model number, not just the family — it is the only way to pull the exact manual, wiring diagram and parts list for your machine.
Enter the full model number in the manufacturer's own support search to download the manual: Samsung support & downloads. Use the manual's troubleshooting section for the code on your display, and its parts diagram to confirm fit before you buy anything. We don't promise a part is compatible — confirm the part number against your model at the retailer or the manufacturer.
4. Repair or replace?
Use the cost decision guide before committing to a repair: Appliance Repair Cost vs Buy New: A Decision Guide (2026).