Samsung Refrigerator Error Code Ice Maker Function Error (Fridge)

This error means the ice maker located in the refrigerator compartment has failed to complete its cycle successfully at least three times. Samsung's control system tracks these failures and triggers this code once the fault count exceeds the three-occurrence threshold. Ice production will stop until the underlying problem is repaired. The most common fix is replacing the ice maker assembly.

A reset may temporarily clear the error code from the display, but it will not resolve the underlying fault. Because this code requires three confirmed failures to trigger, the error will return quickly if the root cause is not repaired. Replacing or repairing the faulty component is the only way to permanently clear the code.

If the ice maker assembly is the cause, replacement parts typically range from $80 to $200 depending on the specific model, with professional labor adding $100 to $250 to the total. A water inlet valve replacement is generally less expensive, often falling in the $30 to $80 range for the part. Diagnosis and repair by a certified technician for more complex causes, such as a control board fault, can bring total costs to $300 or higher.

Some steps, such as checking the water supply line for freezing or inspecting the wiring harness connector for corrosion, can be done without special tools. However, replacing the ice maker assembly requires disconnecting the unit from its wiring harness and mounting bracket, which is manageable for a confident DIYer. If the error returns after replacement, diagnosing the control board or inlet valve may require a technician.

The refrigerator's cooling and food storage functions are not directly affected by this error. The fridge and freezer compartments should continue to maintain temperature normally. However, the ice maker will not produce ice while the fault is active, so you should not rely on it for ice until the issue is resolved.