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Samsung · Washing Machine

Samsung Washing Machine 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error code

Difficulty: Hard · Cost: $100–$300 · Duration: 5m

These codes mean your Samsung washing machine detected a fault with the MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) vibration or motion sensor. Note that on some models BE or 8E is a Vibration Sensor Error, and on some models BE2 or 8E2 is a Jammed Button Error rather than a MEMS Sensor Error — check your user manual to confirm which applies to your model. Power off the washer for 2 to 3 minutes, power it back on, and restart the cycle. If the error returns service is required.

Common causes

  • MEMS vibration or motion sensor has malfunctioned or failed
  • Wiring to the sensor is loose or damaged

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Power off the washer for 2 to 3 minutes

  2. 2

    Power it back on and restart the cycle

  3. 3

    If the code returns arrange professional service

Related Samsung Washing Machine error codes

1

1E / LE / 1C / LC / LC1 / 11C / 1LC

Water level or leakage error — moisture detected where it should not be

medium
2

4C / 14C / nF / 4E

The washing machine is not filling with water correctly

easy
3

4C2 / 4E2 / CE / 14C2 / nF1

The cold water supply is extremely hot — the supply hoses are swapped

easy
4

nd / 5E / SE / 5C / SC / 15C

The washing machine is not draining water at the correct speed or at all

easy

8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error — frequently asked questions

What does the 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error mean on a Samsung washing machine?

A MEMS vibration sensor error was detected

What causes the 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error?

The 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error is usually caused by: MEMS vibration or motion sensor has malfunctioned or failed; Wiring to the sensor is loose or damaged.

Can I fix the 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error myself?

This is rated a hard fix — it often requires tools, parts, or experience, and may be safer left to a professional technician.

How much does it cost to fix the 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error?

Fixing the 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error on a Samsung washing machine typically costs $100–$300, depending on parts and whether you do it yourself or hire a technician.

Is it safe to keep using my washing machine with the 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error?

We'd recommend addressing the 8E / 8E1 / 8E2 / BE / BE1 / BE2 / 8C / BC / 8C1 / 8C2 / BC1 / BC2 / 18C / 1BC / 18C1 / 1BC1 / 18C2 / 1BC2 error before continuing to use the washing machine, since hard-rated issues often involve a real fault rather than a minor glitch.