Samsung refrigerator temperature display keeps blinking

Sometimes error codes, when they appear, will blink to call attention to themselves. For example, the codes 88 88, 83E, 85E, or 86E may appear after a power outage, letting you know the fridge did not restart correctly after the outage. Additional codes may appear as well for other problems.

On older models or models without a numeric display, error codes can appear as specific and seemingly random segments of the panel lit up or blinking. This is actually an error code that a service technician can interpret to determine what the fridge is reporting. If this type of error code appears, visit our Support Center to request service. It's also helpful to take a picture of it for the technician.

Although most error codes require service, some can be resolved by troubleshooting. If an error code appears (and it's not the kind that looks like random segments of the panel are lit up), see our error codes guide to determine the next steps to take.

The control panel, or a portion of the control panel, may blink if the temperature inside the fridge is above 59°F. It will automatically stop blinking after the temperature goes back down.

The temperature may rise when a door has been left open, or when the refrigerator is recovering from a recent power outage. As long as your fridge is working correctly, there's nothing to do but wait for it to cool down. This can take up to 4 hours.

However, if your fridge is not cooling correctly, continue troubleshooting with our refrigerator cooling guide.

Some refrigerators have a small control panel for a middle drawer, like a deli drawer. If the lights on this panel are blinking, unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker for 2 minutes. Power the fridge back on, and wait 1 minute. If the lights are still blinking, visit our Support Center to request service.