Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
Complete list of Samsung dishwasher error codes with free troubleshooting guides.
Below you'll find every known error code for Samsung dishwashers with step-by-step repair instructions. 14 guides are available — ranging from quick DIY fixes to repairs that may require a certified technician. Use the table to find your specific code, or browse our full Samsung error code library for other appliance types.
Error Code Meaning Difficulty Time
1E The Samsung Dishwasher error code 1E indicates a water level sensor malfunction.... Medium 30-60 minutes
4E The Samsung Dishwasher error code 4E indicates a water supply error, meaning the... Medium 30-60 minutes
5E The Samsung Dishwasher error code 5E indicates a drain error, meaning your dishw... Medium 30-60 minutes
bE The Samsung Dishwasher error code bE indicates a button or switch error on the c... Medium 30-60 minutes
HE The water heater is not heating properly. Your dishwasher's thermistor or heatin... Medium 30-60 minutes
LC The Samsung Dishwasher error code LC indicates a leak sensor has detected water ... Medium 30-60 minutes
LE The Samsung Dishwasher error code LE indicates a leak error, meaning water has b... Medium 30-60 minutes
OC The Samsung Dishwasher error code OC indicates an over-level water error, which ... Medium 30-60 minutes
PE The Samsung Dishwasher error code PE indicates a half-load function error, which... Medium 30-60 minutes
SYMPTOM-LEAKING The SYMPTOM-LEAKING code tells you that your Samsung dishwasher is letting water... Medium 30-60 minutes
SYMPTOM-NOT-CLEANING The SYMPTOM‑NOT‑CLEANING code appears when the dishwasher finishes a cycle but d... Medium 30-45 minutes
SYMPTOM-NOT-DRAINING The SYMPTOM‑NOT‑DRAINING code appears when the dishwasher’s control board detect... Medium 30-45 minutes
SYMPTOM‑WONT‑START The SYMPTOM‑WONT‑START code appears when the dishwasher does not begin a wash cy... Medium 15-30 minutes
tE The Samsung Dishwasher error code tE indicates a thermistor or temperature senso... Medium 30-60 minutes
About Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
Samsung dishwashers display error codes on their control panel when something goes wrong. These codes help you quickly identify the problem without calling a technician. Our guides walk you through each error code with step-by-step fixes, tools needed, and when to call a professional.