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Samsung Top-Load Washing Machine Recall

Certain Samsung top-load washing machines may experience excessive vibration, posing a risk of the top separating from the machine. Free repair or rebate offered.

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Sourced from Apple. Last verified March 2, 2026.

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Key facts

Date announced: November 4, 2016
Source agency: Apple

This recall involves safety concerns. Take action promptly.

✨ Plain-English Summary

Some Samsung top-load washing machines are vibrating excessively during operation, which could cause the top lid to separate from the machine during use. This poses a safety risk to users and could result in injury or property damage. (Estimated repair/replacement value: $200-500 if not covered by recall program)

Is This Recall Still Active?

Status: Yes - Active

This recall is currently active. If your device matches the affected models, follow the official instructions as soon as possible.

What's Being Recalled

Full details from the recall report.

Certain Samsung top-load washing machines may experience excessive vibration, posing a risk of the top separating from the machine. Free repair or rebate offered.

Quick Info

Key facts from the official notice, kept in the article flow for easy cross-checking.

Brand: Samsung
Category: consumer
Source agency: Apple
Announced: November 4, 2016
Country: US
Status: Active

Who's Affected

Specific models and identifiers listed in the source notice:

Model #1

Samsung WA400PJHDWR

Model #2

Samsung WA422PRHDWR

Model #3

Samsung WA456DRHDWR

Model #4

Samsung WA476DSHASU

Model #5

Samsung WA48H7400AW

Model #6

Samsung WA50F9A8DSP

Model #7

Samsung WA52J8060AW

Model #8

Samsung WA56H9000AW

#	Model
1	Samsung WA400PJHDWR
2	Samsung WA422PRHDWR
3	Samsung WA456DRHDWR
4	Samsung WA476DSHASU
5	Samsung WA48H7400AW
6	Samsung WA50F9A8DSP
7	Samsung WA52J8060AW
8	Samsung WA56H9000AW

Technical model codes are manufacturer identifiers. Match both the product name and model code from your device settings, label, or packaging.

What You Should Do

Follow the remedy path from the official notice using the exact model and serial details above.

1Check if your washing machine model matches one of the affected models listed
2Stop using the machine immediately if you notice excessive vibration
3Visit Samsung's recall website or contact their customer service with your model number
4Schedule your free repair or claim your rebate through Samsung

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Source & Verification

This page summarizes the official notice and keeps key facts easy to verify.

Official source: Apple
Announced by source: November 4, 2016
Last reviewed by RecallRadar: March 2, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I affected by this recall?

Check the affected models section on this page. The official notice currently lists Samsung WA400PJHDWR, Samsung WA422PRHDWR, Samsung WA456DRHDWR, and more.

What is the remedy for this recall?

1. Check if your washing machine model matches one of the affected models listed 2. Stop using the machine immediately if you notice excessive vibration 3. Visit Samsung's recall website or contact their customer service with your model number 4. Schedule your free repair or claim your rebate through Samsung