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Refrigerator Error Codes
88 error codes across 14 brands
Refrigerator error codes indicate faults in the sealed refrigerant system, fan motors, ice maker, defrost heater, and temperature sensors. Most display-code failures are sensor or fan related, not compressor related.
This page tracks 88 refrigerator error codes across 14 brands , most commonly involving sensor (28), fan (8), ice maker (8). About 88 can usually be diagnosed and fixed at home, while 30 signal serious faults that warrant a professional. Typical repair costs range from $0 for simple DIY fixes to $800 for professional component replacement. Pick your brand below for the exact meaning, likely causes, and step-by-step fix for each code.
S
Samsung
22 error codes
22E Refrigerator fan error — fresh-food compartment fan not running
21E Freezer fan error — freezer evaporator fan not running
24E Evaporator sensor error — freezer temperature sensor fault
25E Freezer defrost sensor error
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L
LG
16 error codes
Er FF Freezer fan error — fan motor not operating
Er dH Defrost heater error — defrost cycle not completing
Er CF Condenser fan motor error
Er FS Freezer temperature sensor error
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W
Whirlpool
6 error codes
SY EF Evaporator fan motor failure
SY CF Condenser fan motor failure
E0 Freezer thermistor failure
PO Power outage indicator — power was interrupted
+2 more codes →
G
GE Appliances
11 error codes
dS Defrost sensor issue — freezer not defrosting correctly
1E Freezer compartment temperature sensor failure
88 Demo/showroom mode active — cooling is disabled
2E Fresh food compartment temperature sensor failure
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B
Bosch
3 error codes
E01 Refrigerator compartment temperature sensor fault
E02 Freezer compartment temperature sensor fault
E03 Temperature-controlled drawer sensor fault
K
KitchenAid
2 error codes
SY EF Evaporator fan motor failure
SY CF Condenser fan motor failure
F
Frigidaire
4 error codes
H1 Temperature alarm — refrigerator or freezer above safe temperature
SY EF Evaporator fan motor failure
SY CE Communication error between control boards
SY CF Communication failure between control boards
M
Maytag
0 error codes
K
Kenmore
8 error codes
ER FF Freezer evaporator fan motor fault
ER IF Icemaker fan motor fault
ER 1F Ice room fan feedback error
ER RF Refrigerator compartment fan motor fault
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E
Electrolux
5 error codes
SY EF Evaporator fan circuit failure
SY CE Communication error between control boards
OP Temperature sensor open circuit
SH Temperature sensor short circuit
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M
Miele
4 error codes
F1 Refrigerator compartment sensor fault
F2 Evaporator sensor fault
F3 Freezer compartment air sensor fault
F4 Fan motor fault
A
Amana
1 error codes
H1 Temperature alarm — temperatures above safe range
F
Fisher & Paykel
3 error codes
F1 Freezer compartment sensor fault
F2 Fresh food compartment sensor fault
F40 Fan motor fault — a circulation fan is not running at commanded speed
H
Haier
3 error codes
F1 Temperature sensor failure — freezer compartment
F3 Defrost sensor failure
F6 Communication error — control board fault