Error Code 8E
The vibration sensor board has detected a problem
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 8E
What This Means
MEMS PBA is defective; Wire disconnection to MEMS PBA; Main PBA wire connection error; PBA silver nano part malfunction
What actually causes this:
A wire connection to the vibration sensor board came loose or the board itself has failed
First Thing to Check
Turn off the washer, wait 60 seconds, and restart — if the error persists, it needs service
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the wire connections for any disconnections
- 2
2. Replace the MEMS PBA if defective
- 3
3. Check main PBA wire connections — replace if silver nano part is malfunctioning
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA45H7000A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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