Samsung Washer Vibrating or Drum Banging? Shock Absorber Set XP0470AB – Fix Excessive Vibration Fast

A washing machine that shakes violently, walks across the floor, or bangs during the spin cycle is almost always caused by worn or failed shock absorbers. In most Samsung front-load washers, degraded shock absorbers can no longer dampen drum movement. When they fail, the drum swings freely during spin, causing loud banging, excessive vibration, and potential damage to the cabinet and drum bearings. ⚡ Common failure point in Samsung-built front-load washing machines. Part XP0470AB is the complete XPart premium replacement set — 2 front (replaces DC66-00470A/B) + 2 rear (replaces DC66-00650C/D) — that restores smooth, quiet operation and protects the machine from further damage.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Your washer is a Samsung front-load model — machine powers on and completes wash cycles normally
• ✔ The drum spins and agitates correctly — vibration and noise are the only issues
• ✔ Leveling feet are confirmed adjusted and floor is solid — not a leveling issue
• ✔ ONLY problem is excessive vibration, banging, or machine movement during spin

Not sure? Send us your model number — we’ll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Washing machine shakes violently or walks during spin cycle
• Loud banging or thumping noise at high spin speeds
• Drum visibly swinging or hitting the cabinet interior
• Vibration worsens with larger or unbalanced loads
• Spin cycle noise has worsened progressively over time
• Unbalanced load error codes appearing more frequently

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.

✔ In most cases, replacing all four shock absorbers restores quiet, stable operation immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: XP0470AB (XPart Kit)
• Type: Washing Machine Shock Absorber Set — 2 Front + 2 Rear, XPart Premium
• Replaces (Front): DC66-00470A, DC66-00470B
• Replaces (Rear): DC66-00650C, DC66-00650D
• Also Known As: LP0470AB, Shock Damper Set, Suspension Strut Kit, Vibration Damper Set
• Brands: Samsung (front-load models)

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: Moderate — 45–60 minutes. Disconnect power and water before servicing. Remove the front panel to access the two front absorbers and the rear panel for the rear pair. Unclip each absorber from its mounting pins at the base frame and outer drum tub, slide in the new units, and confirm both ends are fully seated before reassembly. Replace all four at the same time — mismatched wear will cause vibration to return within months.

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with WF209ANW/XAA-00, WF218ANW/XAA-00, WF328AAW/XAA, WF350ANW/XAA, WF393BTPAWR, WF419AAW/XAA, WF42H5000AW/A2-00, WF45K6500AW/A2-00, WF457ARGSWR, WF50K7500AW/A2-00, WF511ABW/XAA, WF520ABW/XAA, WF56H9110CW/A2-00 plus 100+ additional Samsung front-load models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

💡 Pro Tip

Samsung WF56H9110CW/A2-01, Samsung WF56H9110CW/A2-00, Samsung WF56H9100AW/A2-00, Samsung WF520ABW/XAA, Samsung WF511ABW/XAA-04, Samsung WF50K7500AW/A2-11, Samsung WF50K7500AW/A2-00, Samsung WF461ABW/XAA, Samsung WF45K6500AW/A2-00, Samsung WF45K6200AW/A2-00, Samsung WF45H6300AW/A2-00, Samsung WF457ARGSWR/AA-01, Samsung WF455ARGSWR/AA-01, Samsung WF448AAW/XAC, Samsung WF435ATGJWR/A1-02, Samsung WF433BTGJWR/A2-00, Samsung WF431ABW/XAA-00, Samsung WF42H5600AW/A2-00, Samsung WF42H5400AW/A2-00, Samsung WF42H5200AW/A2-00, Samsung WF419AAW/XAA-04, Samsung WF410ANW/XAA, Samsung WF409ANW/XAA, Samsung WF405ATPAWR/AA-01, Samsung WF395BTPAWR/A2-01, Samsung WF393BTPAWR/A2-00, Samsung WF350ANW/XAA, Samsung WF339AAW/XAA, Samsung WF338AAW/XAA, Samsung WF337AAW/XAA, Samsung WF331ANW/XAA-04, Samsung WF330ANW/XAA, Samsung WF328AAW/XAA-02, Samsung WF219ANW/XAA-00, Samsung WF218ANW/XAA-00, Samsung WF209ANW/XAA-00

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages