Samsung Washer Making Loud Noise During Spin: VRT Bearing and Shock Fixes
Quick Answer
Samsung washer noise during spin: a rumbling/roaring = tub bearing worn (the bearing inside the rear tub allows the drum to spin smoothly). Samsung VRT front-loaders use a pressed-in bearing that requires a special tool to replace. Grinding = spider arm cracked (the 3-armed bracket connecting the drum to the shaft). Banging/clunking = worn shock absorbers letting the drum hit the cabinet.
Samsung washer noise during spin: a rumbling/roaring = tub bearing worn (the bearing inside the rear tub allows the drum to spin smoothly). Samsung VRT front-loaders use a pressed-in bearing that requires a special tool to replace. Grinding = spider arm cracked (the 3-armed bracket connecting the drum to the shaft). Banging/clunking = worn shock absorbers letting the drum hit the cabinet. Samsung VRT is supposed to reduce vibration but cannot compensate for worn shocks. Clicking rhythmically = foreign object (coin, bra wire) between inner and outer tubs.
What Does the NOISE Code Mean?
Samsung washer noise: rumbling=bearing, grinding=spider arm cracked, banging=shocks worn, clicking=foreign object between tubs.
Most Likely Causes
Based on aggregated repair data, here is the probability breakdown for this error code:
Symptoms You May Notice
- Samsung Washer Making Loud Noise During Spin: VRT Bearing and Shock Fixes
Can you reset a Samsung washer to clear the NOISE code?
Unplug 60 sec.
Tools Required for Diagnosis
Diagnostic Checklist
Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.
Follow guide.
Follow guide.
Check codes.
Pro if needed.
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Same Fix Works on These Brands
Samsung shares the same hardware platform with these brands. The diagnosis and repair steps are identical.
Last verified for technical accuracy on March 15, 2026