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.
Samsung WA51A5505AV is a top load washer, impeller washer sold 2021 to present. Its most common repair is ub shaking, usually $0 to $280.
- 4 common problems with causes, fixes and costs below.
- 4 error codes decoded.
- A washer like this lasts about 10 to 14 years.
- OEM part numbers listed and checked against two suppliers.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM 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 to $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 to $280 |
| dC lid faults | Lid lock | Replace lock | DC34-00025G | $100 to $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 to $230 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What 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
DIY step by step instructions for this model
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