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Samsung WA51A5505AV Repair Guide

Samsung’s current-generation top-loader with ActiveWave agitation. Suspension remains the family trait to watch; the impeller design also makes it fussy about bulky single items.

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⏳ LIFETIME REPAIR COST — Samsung WA51A5505AV
Expected lifespan10–14 years
Repairs over its life2–4 typical
Lifetime repair spend$300–$600
Averages out to~$40/year

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Common problems & typical repair costs

ProblemLikely causeTypical fixOEM part #Typical cost
UB shaking Suspension rods or unbalanced bulky load Bulky cycle; replace rods DC97-16350Yreplaces DC97-16350V, DC97-18610C⚠ Different rod from the WA50R5400AV — not interchangeable $0–$280
5C won’t drain Pump or hose Clear or replace pump DC97-22840A⚠ Different pump from the WA50R5400AV — order the assembly, not the bare DC31-00201A motor $130–$280
dC lid faults Lid lock Replace lock DC34-00025G $100–$220
4C slow fill Screens or valve Clean; replace valve DC97-15459Q⚠ NOT the same valve as the WA50R5400AV (DC97-15459H) despite the near-identical model $0–$230

Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.

⚙️ About these part numbers. These are the OEM part numbers for the Samsung WA51A5505AV at the time of writing. Manufacturers supersede part numbers over time, and some parts split by serial-number range — the same model built two years apart can take a different pump. Always check the number against the full model and serial number on your machine’s tag before you order, and buy from a supplier who accepts returns on the wrong part. Not sure? A local appliance repair pro will confirm the right part in a two-minute phone call — and often has it on the van.

Error codes

CodeWhat it means
UB Unbalance
5C Drain fault
4C Fill fault
dC Lid fault

Tech notes

Same suspension-first diagnosis as every big Samsung top-loader — price the rod kit before believing any bigger quote.

Cost guides for this machine’s common repairs

🌀 Washer
Shaking / suspension
$130–$280 avg repair
🌀 Washer
Won’t drain / drain pump
$150–$300 avg repair
🌀 Washer
Won’t start / lid lock
$100–$250 avg repair

DIY step-by-step instructions for this model

How to Replace the Suspension RodsModerate How to Clean the Drain Pump FilterEasy How to Replace the Drain PumpModerate How to Replace the Lid LockEasy
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