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Adrian Soto Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished September 5, 2026Updated October 20, 2026
Error codetE2, tE3
ApplianceWasher
Quick answer
tE2 and tE3 are temperature sensor errors in the tE family. Samsung says to contact support.
Model compatibility: Samsung reuses codes across series and model years, so tE2, tE3 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
Temperature sensor error (tE family).
tE2 and tE3 are temperature sensor errors on a Samsung washer. They come from Samsung’s Levant article, which lists current and legacy codes, so the meaning can differ by model.
What to do
Samsung’s instruction for these codes is to contact customer support.
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.
Seeing this code on your Samsung appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.