Samsung Door/Basket Latch Failure

Air fryer door or basket will not latch closed; unit shows door open error.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Broken latch hook on basket, Worn latch catch in cabinet, Misaligned latch due to impact, Obstruction in latch area

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before adjusting latch components.

Inspection:

  • Examine the basket latch hook for cracks or missing pieces.
  • Inspect the mating cabinet latch catch for wear or deformation.
  • Clean the latch area to remove grease and crumbs.

Corrective action:

  • Replace a broken basket latch by installing a new basket assembly.
  • If the cabinet latch is worn, replace the front latch bracket or frame component as per Samsung parts list.
  • Verify that after repair, the door/basket fully engages the safety switch.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Door/Basket Latch Assembly
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