Samsung Refrigerator Error Code 88 88: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Samsung refrigerator error code 88 88 means: A communication fault, which can happen if power was disrupted during boot-up. [1] Keep using it? Yes. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: power cycle.

Quick facts

Code	88 88
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Samsung refrigerator
System	Power supply
Official meaning	A communication fault, which can happen if power was disrupted during boot-up. [1]
Keep using it?	Yes
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code 88 88 means on a Samsung refrigerator

A communication fault, which can happen if power was disrupted during boot-up. [1]

This is a power supply code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Samsung refrigerator error code 88 88 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on Samsung's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Power cycle. Unplug the refrigerator or turn off its breaker for 60 seconds, then restore power.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

The code returns
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code 88 88 mean on a Samsung refrigerator?

Samsung lists 88 88 as follows: A communication fault, which can happen if power was disrupted during boot-up.

Is it safe to keep using the refrigerator with 88 88?

Yes.

Can I fix Samsung refrigerator error 88 88 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: power cycle. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Sources

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10007315/ (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Samsung.