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Samsung Washer dC Code: Door Error or Unbalanced Load

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Short answer

Samsung says dC (dE, dS, dL) on a washer means on most models, the door is not detected as closed and locked; on some models dC is an unbalanced load error instead, so Samsung says to check your manual. Samsung's first step: check the latch is securely fixed, nothing is caught in the door, and the door is closed and secured. If the code cannot be corrected or the door or latch is damaged, Samsung says to request service. Common washer repairs such as a lid or door switch run $75 to $200 (2026 cost guide).

What dC (dE, dS, dL) means

In Samsung's words, condensed: on most models, the door is not detected as closed and locked; on some models dC is an unbalanced load error instead, so Samsung says to check your manual (Samsung).

What Samsung says to try

  1. Check the latch is securely fixed, nothing is caught in the door, and the door is closed and secured.
  2. If your model uses dC for unbalance: untangle and rearrange the laundry, close the door and press Start.
  3. Note: with Child Lock on and water in the tub, the code can appear between cycles; close the door or turn Child Lock off within 30 seconds and the washer drains.

Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker before reaching into any part of it. Codes and steps vary by model, so check your manual too.

If the code comes back

If the code cannot be corrected or the door or latch is damaged, Samsung says to request service. Common washer repairs such as a lid or door switch run $75 to $200. (Angi, washing machine repair cost (updated Jul 31, 2026))

Related

All Samsung codes on one page: Samsung appliance repair. The appliance: washer repair. This site is independent and not affiliated with or authorized by Samsung; if the appliance is under warranty, contact Samsung first.

Sources: Samsung, washing machine information and error codes; Angi, washing machine repair cost (updated Jul 31, 2026)

Quick answers

What does dC (dE, dS, dL) mean on a Samsung washer?

Samsung says it means on most models, the door is not detected as closed and locked; on some models dC is an unbalanced load error instead, so Samsung says to check your manual.

How do I clear dC (dE, dS, dL)?

Samsung's steps: Check the latch is securely fixed, nothing is caught in the door, and the door is closed and secured. If your model uses dC for unbalance: untangle and rearrange the laundry, close the door and press Start. Note: with Child Lock on and water in the tub, the code can appear between cycles; close the door or turn Child Lock off within 30 seconds and the washer drains.

What does it cost if dC (dE, dS, dL) keeps coming back?

If the code cannot be corrected or the door or latch is damaged, Samsung says to request service. Common washer repairs such as a lid or door switch run $75 to $200.

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