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Samsung · Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator

Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator 40E Error Fix: Ice Room Fan Error

The fan in the dedicated ice storage compartment (on models with a separate ice room) has failed. This fan circulates cold air in the ice bucket area to keep ice frozen and prevent clumping. Not all Samsung models have this fan — it is found on 4-door French door models with a dedicated ice compartment. Replace the fan motor if it does not operate.

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Quick Answer

Error 40E on the Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator means: Ice Room Fan Error. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace the Ice Room Fan Motor Assembly” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $15-$25). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · refrigerator

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When to Call a Professional

While many refrigerator repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $120-$180.

Other Samsung Models with Error 40E

Samsung RF23R6201SR 23 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator with Twin Cooling Plus

refrigerator · 2 fixes

Samsung RS22T5201SR 22 cu. ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator

refrigerator · 2 fixes

Other Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator Error Codes

14E

Ice Maker Fan Error

2 fixes

Ice Maker Sensor Error

Freezer Fan Error

Fridge Fan Error

Condenser Fan Error

Freezer Defrost Error

2 fixes

25E

Fridge Defrost Error

2 fixes

Freezer Temperature Sensor Error

2 fixes

People Also Ask About Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator Error 40E

What does error code 40E mean on a Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator?

Error code 40E on the Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator means: Ice Room Fan Error. The fan in the dedicated ice storage compartment (on models with a separate ice room) has failed. This fan circulates cold air in the ice bucket area to keep ice frozen and prevent clumping. Not all Samsung models have this fan — it is found on 4-door French door models with a dedicated ice compartment. Replace the fan motor if it does not operate.

How do I fix error code 40E on my Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator?

The most successful fix is "Replace the Ice Room Fan Motor Assembly" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code 40E on a Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator serious?

This error is rated warning severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator error 40E myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace the Ice Room Fan Motor Assembly") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator error 40E?

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator have?

The Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator has 8 other known error codes, including: 14E (Ice Maker Fan Error), 1E (Ice Maker Sensor Error), 21E (Freezer Fan Error), 22E (Fridge Fan Error), 23E (Condenser Fan Error), and 3 more.

Which other Samsung models have the 40E error?

Error code 40E also appears on 2 other Samsung models: Samsung RF23R6201SR 23 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator with Twin Cooling Plus, Samsung RS22T5201SR 22 cu. ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator have?

The Samsung Samsung RF28R7351SR 28 cu. ft. 4-Door French Door Refrigerator has 8 other known error codes:

14E — Ice Maker Fan Error (2 fixes)
1E — Ice Maker Sensor Error (2 fixes)
21E — Freezer Fan Error (2 fixes)
22E — Fridge Fan Error (2 fixes)
23E — Condenser Fan Error (2 fixes)
24E — Freezer Defrost Error (2 fixes)
25E — Fridge Defrost Error (2 fixes)
2E — Freezer Temperature Sensor Error (2 fixes)

Which other Samsung models have the 40E error?

Error code 40E also appears on 2 other Samsung models:

Samsung RF23R6201SR 23 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator with Twin Cooling Plus (refrigerator) · 2 fixes
Samsung RS22T5201SR 22 cu. ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator (refrigerator) · 2 fixes

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