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Error 2E Stops machine US market

Samsung Washing Machine Error Code 2E

2E on a Samsung washing machine usually means: There is an irregularity in the electrical current being supplied to the washer. A PF (Power Failure) Error will also occur if the power went out before the washer powered itself off (such as an outage), the washer getting unplugged, or if the circuit breaker trips. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 2E points to the drive motor.

Fix it fast: Manufacturer troubleshooting steps. Full ranked steps below.

Likely part
drive motor
Fault type
motor
Manufacturer source Updated Oct 17, 2026 View source

How to fix 2E — ranked steps

Try these in order. Stop when the code clears.

  1. 1 Manufacturer troubleshooting steps

    DIY
    • There is an irregularity in the electrical current being supplied to the washer.
    • A PF (Power Failure) Error will also occur if the power went out before the washer powered itself off (such as an outage), the washer getting unplugged, or if the circuit breaker trips.
    • Models that are not in their country of origin may display this error code because power grids and their regulations vary between countries.
    • To fix this, confirm the washer is on its own circuit and is not using an extension cord.
    • If the code continues, visit our Support Center to request service.
    • *On some models, 3E is a Voltage Error.
    • On other models it is a Motor Error (located in the All Other Errors section).
    • See your user manual to determine which it is for your model.
    Source

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A drive-motor fault was detected. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 3C points to the drive motor.

3CStops machine

A drive-motor fault was detected. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 3C points to the drive motor.

EAStops machine

A motor fault was detected. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code EA points to the drive motor.

FEStops machine

Fan Motor Errors: There's an issue with the Fan motor. Power off the machine and leave it for a few minutes. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code FE points to the drive motor.

FCStops machine

Fan Motor Errors: There's an issue with the Fan motor. Power off the machine and leave it for a few minutes. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code FC points to the drive motor.

3E1Stops machine

Motor Errors: The machine is detecting a problem with the motor. Power off the machine and leave it for 2 to 3 minutes. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 3E1 points to the drive motor.

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