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Samsung Refrigerator Error Codes

12 error codes with causes and step-by-step fixes

Code	Meaning	Severity	DIY	Est. Cost
22E	Ice maker fan motor error or ice room fan failure	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$30–$80
21E	Ice maker fan motor error	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$30–$70
24E	Evaporator sensor error — freezer temperature sensor fault	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$15–$40
25E	Freezer defrost sensor error	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$15–$40
88-88	Display test mode active — not a fault code	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$0
39E	Ice maker function error — ice maker not cycling	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$30–$150
5E	Defrost sensor error	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$15–$40
8E	Ice maker sensor failure	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$15–$40
6E	Ambient temperature sensor error	✓ Low Severity	easy	$15–$35
40E	Ice maker sensor failure — ice maker position sensor	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$15–$150
PC ER	Pump / compressor communication error — critical cooling failure	🛑 Critical — Stop Using	pro only	$0–$0
14E	Ice maker defrost sensor error	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$15–$40

⚠️ Serious Errors — Act Quickly