Written by
Adrian Soto Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished September 5, 2026Updated October 20, 2026
Error codeCE Communication error
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
CE on a Samsung dishwasher is a communication error: the control panel cannot communicate with the rest of the dishwasher.
Model compatibility: Samsung reuses codes across series and model years, so CE Communication error may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Communication error: the control panel cannot communicate with the rest of the dishwasher.
CE is the communication error on a Samsung dishwasher. The control panel is unable to communicate with the rest of the dishwasher. It appears in Samsung’s US troubleshooting list for current models.
What to try
Turn off the dishwasher and try to start it again. If the error continues, visit the Samsung Support Center to request service.
If CE returns after a restart, call (310) 896-4231 for Samsung dishwasher service in Los Angeles. Keep the code, your model number and the restart result handy. Learn more about dishwasher repair here.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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