Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator Error Code 22 E: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error code 22 E means: Refrigerator evaporator fan failure. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	22 E
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator
System	Venting / airflow
Meaning (service chart)	Refrigerator evaporator fan failure. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)
Source document	Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

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

What error code 22 E means on a Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator

Refrigerator evaporator fan failure. [1]

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

How to fix Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error code 22 E (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 the Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (22 E) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator and order the right parts.
Check the control lock. Check for evaporator frost and ice buildup that can block fan blade rotation.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If 22 E comes back after these checks, stop using the refrigerator for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

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

Refrigerator evaporator fan

When to call a technician

Unplug the refrigerator and check the wire harness connections on the refrigerator evaporator fan.
Reconnect any loose wires.
Technician: check the refrigerator evaporator fan wiring connections (orange, gray and brown wires) on the CN74 electronic control board connector.
Reconnect any loose wires.
If the wiring connections are okay, a technician should replace the refrigerator evaporator fan.
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 22 E mean on a Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator?

The Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error-code chart lists 22 E as follows: Refrigerator evaporator fan failure.

Is it safe to keep using the RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator with 22 E?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error 22 E myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Samsung RS22 model side-by-side refrigerator error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

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