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Samsung Washing Machine

Samsung Washing Machine 8C error

Vibration (MEMS) sensor fault

Needs a technicianFrom brand’s official support

Try a reset once. If it comes back, a trained technician should repair it.

Also shown as: 8E 8E1 BE1 8C1

What it means

The control board is getting a wrong reading, or no reading, from the vibration (MEMS) sensor. Usually the sensor, its wire or its plug is loose, damaged or has failed.

Common causes

  • Loose or rusted sensor plug on the control board
  • Sensor wire cut, pinched or bitten by rats
  • Sensor has failed (open or short circuit)
  • Less often, a fault on the control board

Try this at home first

Tick each step as you go

When to call a technician

If the code returns after a reset, a technician needs to test and usually replace the sensor. It is a common, low-cost repair.

Safety first

Always switch off at the wall socket or MCB before touching any part. Do not open the outdoor unit, control boards or gas pipes yourself — they carry high voltage and pressure.

Frequently asked questions

What does 8C mean on a Samsung Washing Machine?

Vibration (MEMS) sensor fault. The control board is getting a wrong reading, or no reading, from the vibration (MEMS) sensor. Usually the sensor, its wire or its plug is loose, damaged or has failed.

Can I fix Samsung Washing Machine error 8C myself?

You can try a reset first: Switch off at the wall socket or MCB for 5 minutes, then restart. If the code returns, call a technician.

Is it safe to keep using the Washing Machine with 8C?

Avoid repeated restarts; running with this fault can cause more damage.

Other Samsung Washing Machine codes

Sud Too much foam (suds) 3C Motor / drum rotation fault bE Motor speed (Hall) sensor fault bE2 Button stuck / keypad fault HC Heating fault tC Water temperature sensor (NTC) fault PC Clutch / wash-spin shift fault AC Communication error (between control boards) 9C1 Power supply voltage problem Cb Calibration mode dn Software update in progress CL Child lock is on

All Samsung Washing Machine error codes

Same code on other brands

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Sources

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Last checked: 2026-10-20