Samsung Washer Error Code E2: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Samsung washer error code E2 means: A control-panel button is detected as stuck or continuously pressed. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: free the buttons.

Quick facts

Code	E2
Also shown as	bE2, 6E2
Brand / appliance	Samsung washer
System	Control / electronics
Official meaning	A control-panel button is detected as stuck or continuously pressed. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
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 E2 means on a Samsung washer

A control-panel button is detected as stuck or continuously pressed. [1]

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

How to fix Samsung washer error code E2 (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.

Free the buttons. Power off the washer, then touch each button individually, working it back and forth to reach all edges.

On some models BE2 (8E2) is a jammed button error and on others a MEMS sensor error. Check your user manual.

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

A button is damaged or 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 E2 mean on a Samsung washer?

Samsung lists E2 as follows: A control-panel button is detected as stuck or continuously pressed.

Is it safe to keep using the washer with E2?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung washer error E2 myself?

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

Is bE2 the same as E2?

Yes. Samsung's documentation lists bE2, 6E2 with the same meaning as E2; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10000997/ (official)

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