Samsung Refrigerators Error Codes
Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.
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14E
Display shows 14E; ice production stops or is severely reduced.
Ice Maker Sensor Error (Ice Room)
1E
Refrigerator display shows 1E or IE and beeps; cooling may stop or be erratic.
Refrigerator Sensor Communication Error
21E
Display shows 21E; refrigerator fan noise may stop, and cooling in the fresh food section is poor.
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Error
22E
Display shows 22E; refrigerator section is warm, and you may hear no fan noise or intermittent buzzing.
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Error (Alternate Code)
23E
Display shows 23E; freezer may not cool properly, and you may not hear the freezer fan.
Freezer Evaporator Fan Error
24E
Display shows 24E; freezer temperature is too warm or fluctuates, and frost may build up on the back wall.
Freezer Defrost Error
25E
Display shows 25E; refrigerator section may be warm with frost buildup on the back wall.
Refrigerator Defrost Error
26E
Display shows 26E; ice maker stops producing ice or ice bucket remains empty.
Ice Maker Function Error
33E
Display shows 33E; water dispenser or ice maker may not work properly, and you may hear clicking near the water line.
Water Valve or Water Pipe Heater Error
39E
Display shows 39E; ice maker stops producing ice, and ice room may be warm.
Ice Maker Function Error (Ice Room Fan/Heater)
40E
Display shows 40E; ice production is low or stopped, and you may not feel cold air in the ice room.
Ice Room Fan Error
41C
Display shows 41C; Family Hub touchscreen may be locked or unresponsive.
Family Hub Touchscreen Lock/Communication Error
41E
Display shows 41E on Family Hub screen; touchscreen or smart features may not respond.
Family Hub LCD Communication Error
44E
Display shows 44E; ice maker may not function correctly, and you may hear unusual noises from the ice room.
Ice Maker Fan Error
46E
Display shows 46E; ice production is poor or stopped, and ice room temperature may be incorrect.
Ice Maker Compartment Sensor Error
5E
Refrigerator display shows 5E or SE; may have cooling issues or fan noise.
Refrigerator Defrost Sensor Error
76E
Display shows 76E; water may leak into the ice bucket or ice production is abnormal.
Ice Maker Water Valve or Fill Error
84C
Display shows 84C; compressor may not start, and refrigerator does not cool.
Compressor Lock or Overcurrent Error (Inverter Compressor)
85C
Display shows 85C; refrigerator may not cool properly after a power outage or surge.
Compressor Overcurrent/Startup Error
88 88
All segments on the display show 88 88; refrigerator may be in self-diagnostic mode after power is restored.
Display Self-Diagnostic / Power-On Test
8E
Display shows 8E; ice maker may stop producing ice or freezer temperature may be incorrect.
Ice Maker Sensor Error
dE
Display shows dE or door error; door alarm sounds even when doors appear closed.
Door Switch or Door Sensor Error
F1 13
Display shows F1 13 or similar; water filter or water system error indicated.
Water Filter or Water Flow Error
OF OF
Display shows OF OF or O FF; refrigerator is not cooling but lights and display work.
Demo Mode (Showroom Mode) Enabled
PC ER
Display shows PC ER; refrigerator may not respond to door opening or panel inputs correctly.
Door and Main PCB Communication Error
rd
Display shows rd or RD; refrigerator may not cool properly, and you may hear a repeated clicking sound.
Damper Door Error (Refrigerator Air Damper)
tE
Display shows tE or TE; refrigerator or freezer temperature readings are incorrect or erratic.
Temperature Sensor Error
Symptom
Clicking noise from the back of the refrigerator; unit may not cool properly.
Compressor Start Relay or Inverter Attempting to Start
Symptom
Condensation or moisture forming on the door gaskets or around the mullion between doors.
Door Mullion Heater / Gasket Condensation
Symptom
Freezer not freezing properly while refrigerator section is cool; no error code displayed.
Freezer Evaporator Frost Buildup / Airflow Restriction
Symptom
High-pitched squealing or chirping noise from inside the refrigerator or freezer.
Evaporator Fan Bearing Wear or Ice Contact
Symptom
Ice buildup on the back wall of the refrigerator or freezer; fan noise becomes loud or stops.
Chronic Frost / Ice Buildup on Evaporator
Symptom
Ice dispenser not dispensing ice; auger motor does not turn when paddle is pressed.
Ice Dispenser Auger Failure
Symptom
Ice maker making ice but ice cubes are small or hollow.
Low Water Fill to Ice Maker
Symptom
Ice maker not making ice; ice bucket empty after 24–48 hours.
Ice Maker No Production
Symptom
Refrigerator display and controls are unresponsive; buttons do not work.
Control Panel Lock or Display PCB Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator door not closing properly or pops open; warm air and frost buildup occur.
Door Alignment / Hinge or Gasket Issue
Symptom
Refrigerator exterior or door handles feel hot to the touch.
Condenser Loop Heating / Poor Ventilation
Symptom
Refrigerator has a strong musty or moldy odor inside.
Interior Odor / Bacterial Growth
Symptom
Refrigerator lights and display work but compressor and fans do not run; interior warms up.
Compressor Start / Inverter Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator making loud knocking, banging, or rattling noises during operation.
Mechanical Vibration or Fan/Compressor Noise
Symptom
Refrigerator not cooling in fresh food section but freezer is cold; no error code displayed.
Evaporator Frost Buildup / Airflow Restriction (Refrigerator)
Symptom
Refrigerator not running at all (no lights, no display, no sound).
No Power / Main Power Supply Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator runs constantly and never cycles off; temperatures may be too cold or just barely adequate.
Thermostat / Sensor Misreading or Air Leak
Symptom
Water dispenser not working but ice maker still produces ice.
Dispenser Water Flow Restriction
Symptom
Water leaking from the front bottom of the refrigerator onto the floor.
Clogged Defrost Drain or Drain Pan Overflow
Symptom
Water leaking inside the refrigerator compartment, often under crisper drawers.
Blocked Refrigerator Defrost Drain
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14E |
Display shows 14E; ice production stops or is severely reduced.
|
Ice Maker Sensor Error (Ice Room) | View Details |
| 1E |
Refrigerator display shows 1E or IE and beeps; cooling may stop or be erratic.
|
Refrigerator Sensor Communication Error | View Details |
| 21E |
Display shows 21E; refrigerator fan noise may stop, and cooling in the fresh food section is poor.
|
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Error | View Details |
| 22E |
Display shows 22E; refrigerator section is warm, and you may hear no fan noise or intermittent buzzing.
|
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Error (Alternate Code) | View Details |
| 23E |
Display shows 23E; freezer may not cool properly, and you may not hear the freezer fan.
|
Freezer Evaporator Fan Error | View Details |
| 24E |
Display shows 24E; freezer temperature is too warm or fluctuates, and frost may build up on the back wall.
|
Freezer Defrost Error | View Details |
| 25E |
Display shows 25E; refrigerator section may be warm with frost buildup on the back wall.
|
Refrigerator Defrost Error | View Details |
| 26E |
Display shows 26E; ice maker stops producing ice or ice bucket remains empty.
|
Ice Maker Function Error | View Details |
| 33E |
Display shows 33E; water dispenser or ice maker may not work properly, and you may hear clicking near the water line.
|
Water Valve or Water Pipe Heater Error | View Details |
| 39E |
Display shows 39E; ice maker stops producing ice, and ice room may be warm.
|
Ice Maker Function Error (Ice Room Fan/Heater) | View Details |
| 40E |
Display shows 40E; ice production is low or stopped, and you may not feel cold air in the ice room.
|
Ice Room Fan Error | View Details |
| 41C |
Display shows 41C; Family Hub touchscreen may be locked or unresponsive.
|
Family Hub Touchscreen Lock/Communication Error | View Details |
| 41E |
Display shows 41E on Family Hub screen; touchscreen or smart features may not respond.
|
Family Hub LCD Communication Error | View Details |
| 44E |
Display shows 44E; ice maker may not function correctly, and you may hear unusual noises from the ice room.
|
Ice Maker Fan Error | View Details |
| 46E |
Display shows 46E; ice production is poor or stopped, and ice room temperature may be incorrect.
|
Ice Maker Compartment Sensor Error | View Details |
| 5E |
Refrigerator display shows 5E or SE; may have cooling issues or fan noise.
|
Refrigerator Defrost Sensor Error | View Details |
| 76E |
Display shows 76E; water may leak into the ice bucket or ice production is abnormal.
|
Ice Maker Water Valve or Fill Error | View Details |
| 84C |
Display shows 84C; compressor may not start, and refrigerator does not cool.
|
Compressor Lock or Overcurrent Error (Inverter Compressor) | View Details |
| 85C |
Display shows 85C; refrigerator may not cool properly after a power outage or surge.
|
Compressor Overcurrent/Startup Error | View Details |
| 88 88 |
All segments on the display show 88 88; refrigerator may be in self-diagnostic mode after power is restored.
|
Display Self-Diagnostic / Power-On Test | View Details |
| 8E |
Display shows 8E; ice maker may stop producing ice or freezer temperature may be incorrect.
|
Ice Maker Sensor Error | View Details |
| dE |
Display shows dE or door error; door alarm sounds even when doors appear closed.
|
Door Switch or Door Sensor Error | View Details |
| F1 13 |
Display shows F1 13 or similar; water filter or water system error indicated.
|
Water Filter or Water Flow Error | View Details |
| OF OF |
Display shows OF OF or O FF; refrigerator is not cooling but lights and display work.
|
Demo Mode (Showroom Mode) Enabled | View Details |
| PC ER |
Display shows PC ER; refrigerator may not respond to door opening or panel inputs correctly.
|
Door and Main PCB Communication Error | View Details |
| rd |
Display shows rd or RD; refrigerator may not cool properly, and you may hear a repeated clicking sound.
|
Damper Door Error (Refrigerator Air Damper) | View Details |
| tE |
Display shows tE or TE; refrigerator or freezer temperature readings are incorrect or erratic.
|
Temperature Sensor Error | View Details |
| – |
Clicking noise from the back of the refrigerator; unit may not cool properly.
|
Compressor Start Relay or Inverter Attempting to Start | View Details |
| – |
Condensation or moisture forming on the door gaskets or around the mullion between doors.
|
Door Mullion Heater / Gasket Condensation | View Details |
| – |
Freezer not freezing properly while refrigerator section is cool; no error code displayed.
|
Freezer Evaporator Frost Buildup / Airflow Restriction | View Details |
| – |
High-pitched squealing or chirping noise from inside the refrigerator or freezer.
|
Evaporator Fan Bearing Wear or Ice Contact | View Details |
| – |
Ice buildup on the back wall of the refrigerator or freezer; fan noise becomes loud or stops.
|
Chronic Frost / Ice Buildup on Evaporator | View Details |
| – |
Ice dispenser not dispensing ice; auger motor does not turn when paddle is pressed.
|
Ice Dispenser Auger Failure | View Details |
| – |
Ice maker making ice but ice cubes are small or hollow.
|
Low Water Fill to Ice Maker | View Details |
| – |
Ice maker not making ice; ice bucket empty after 24–48 hours.
|
Ice Maker No Production | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator display and controls are unresponsive; buttons do not work.
|
Control Panel Lock or Display PCB Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator door not closing properly or pops open; warm air and frost buildup occur.
|
Door Alignment / Hinge or Gasket Issue | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator exterior or door handles feel hot to the touch.
|
Condenser Loop Heating / Poor Ventilation | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator has a strong musty or moldy odor inside.
|
Interior Odor / Bacterial Growth | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator lights and display work but compressor and fans do not run; interior warms up.
|
Compressor Start / Inverter Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator making loud knocking, banging, or rattling noises during operation.
|
Mechanical Vibration or Fan/Compressor Noise | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator not cooling in fresh food section but freezer is cold; no error code displayed.
|
Evaporator Frost Buildup / Airflow Restriction (Refrigerator) | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator not running at all (no lights, no display, no sound).
|
No Power / Main Power Supply Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator runs constantly and never cycles off; temperatures may be too cold or just barely adequate.
|
Thermostat / Sensor Misreading or Air Leak | View Details |
| – |
Water dispenser not working but ice maker still produces ice.
|
Dispenser Water Flow Restriction | View Details |
| – |
Water leaking from the front bottom of the refrigerator onto the floor.
|
Clogged Defrost Drain or Drain Pan Overflow | View Details |
| – |
Water leaking inside the refrigerator compartment, often under crisper drawers.
|
Blocked Refrigerator Defrost Drain | View Details |
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