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Samsung Washing Machine Error Code 3E: Motor error
Applies to Samsung washing machines that show 3E or 3C, E3 on the display.
The motor is not running correctly. Try a power reset first; if the code returns, it needs service.
What this code means
Samsung lists 3E in its 'all other errors' group: motor faults detected by the drive system. Note that on some models 3E is a voltage error instead — your user manual says which applies to your model.
The manufacturer's checks, in order
- Power the washer off for 2–3 minutes.
- Power it back on and restart the cycle.
If the error continues after the reset, Samsung says to request service. Motor diagnosis involves live testing — a technician's job.
Parts involved in this fault
| Part | Why it is involved | Typical price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hall (position) sensor | Reports rotor position to the drive; a classic cause of motor codes on a clear drum. | $15-$35 | Check priceaffiliate slot |
| Drive motor | The motor itself. Technician fitting — live testing involved. | $120-$250 | Check priceaffiliate slot |
Related Samsung washing machine codes
LE — Water level / leakage error4E — Not filling error5C — No drain errordE — Door errorUE — Unbalanced load error4C2 — Hot/cold error
Source & provenance. The meaning, the checks and their order, and the service line on this page are restated from Samsung official support — “Samsung Washing Machine Information and Error Codes” (source), read on 2026-11-06. No forum content, no invented repair steps, and nothing involving gas, refrigerant or mains wiring. Where the manufacturer says to request service, this page stops too.