You are being given incorrect information.  We just had our ice maker repaired by a certified Samsung technician, and the total cost (including labor) was $338.   This is a little disappointing because the technician told me that the root cause is due to two things:   1) A water splashback design flaw 2) A gap that allows refridgerator air to penetrate the ice maker assembly   The design flaw required a complete ice maker assembly replacement.  The technician sealed the air gap using silicon caulk/sealer.   Bottom line?  Samsung has had a known design flaw here for years.  But between 2014 and 2016, they continued to sell the unit to customers. ... View more