LG Washing Machine Error Codes: What They Are and How to Fix Them

When you’re in the midst of doing laundry, nothing is more frustrating than receiving an error code instead of a freshly washed load. Not only do you have to figure out what the code means, but you also need to figure out how to fix the error behind it.

The experts at Mr. Appliance can help with our handy guides. We also offer repair services to diagnose and fix LG washing machines that have error codes so that you can get back to less stressful laundry days.

Quick Fixes for LG Washing Machine Error Codes

Before you contact our appliance professionals, you may want to try some of the easy fixes below. These solutions may be just what you need in order to eliminate your LG washer’s error code for good:

Rebalance the load: If you notice that there are more items on one side of the tub than the other, redistribute the items to even out the weight.
Reset the machine: Turn the washer off. Unplug your washing machine and plug it back in to reset it.
Reduce your load size: Lessen your laundry load by removing some items. Then reset your machine.

If these ‘quick fixes’ don’t work, consider contacting your local Mr. Appliance for reliable LG washer repair.

Causes for LG Washing Machine Error Codes

Our chart below lists possible LG error codes and their descriptions. Some common causes for LG washing machine error codes include failed water drainage, a locked motor, and washer door issues.

Most of the same codes apply to front-load and top-load washers. However, the solutions for fixing these error messages tend to be more extensive when dealing with a front-load washer.

The experts at Mr. Appliance will share what these codes mean, and how to address them, regardless of your washer type.

Below are explanations for possible solutions for LG washer error codes. These explanations apply to both front-load and top-load washers.

If any of the error codes persist or reappear after applying the solution, schedule an appointment online with one of our LG appliance service professionals.

List of LG Washer Error Codes

Code	Meaning	Front-Load Washer Solution(s)	Top-Load Washer Solution(s)
dE	Washer’s door or drawer isn’t locking	Reset your washer and try locking the door again.	Open your washer’s drawer, restart the cycle, and try closing the drawer again so it locks.
tE	Defective thermistor	Unplug the washer, and wait 10 seconds. Plug it back in, and select the “no spin” setting. Restart the washing cycle after the water drains.	Unplug the unit and call an appliance professional for repair.
LE	Locked motor	Lighten your washer’s load by removing clothes. Reset your machine and run a wash cycle with less clothes.	Remove some clothes from your washer. Then run the spin cycle to drain water from the tub to see if anything is caught in the drum.
OE	Failure to drain water	Check to make sure the drain hose isn’t twisted.	Make sure the drain hose isn’t bent. Then use the spin cycle to drain the water from the washer.
UE	Unbalanced load	Rearrange the items in your drum for equal weight distribution.	Run a rinse and spin cycle without any items in the drum.
FE	Washer is overfilling	Run the “no spin” cycle until the water drains. Restart your machine.	Drain the water in your machine’s tub using the “spin only” cycle. Unplug the unit and call an appliance professional.
PE	Faulty water level sensor	Unplug the washer, wait10 seconds, then plug it back in. Restart your machine.	Unplug the unit and call an appliance repair professional.

Faulty Door

LG Washing Machine Error Code: dE
Meaning of Error Code: Your washing machine door is having difficulty locking.
Ways to Fix the Error: Reset your washing machine. To do this, power the machine off and unplug it. Hold the Start/Pause button for 5 seconds. Plug your washer back in.

Heating Issue

LG Washing Machine Error Code: tE
Meaning of Error Code: Your thermistor, which is responsible for temperature control, is defective.
Ways to Fix the Error: Unplug your washing machine for 10 seconds. Reconnect your washer, and press the Spin Speed button multiple times to get to the “No Spin” option. Wait until the water in your washer drains to start the wash cycle again.

Jammed Motor

LG Washing Machine Error Code: LE
Meaning of Error Code: Your washer’s motor has locked up due to a heavier-than-normal laundry load.

Ways to Fix the Error: Reset your machine by turning it off. Unplug the washer, and press the Start/Pause button for 5 seconds. Plug your appliance back in. Or, reduce the size of your laundry load and then restart your machine.

Inability to Drain Water

LG Washing Machine Error Code: OE
Meaning of Error Code: A part on your washer is likely kinked or clogged, preventing water from emptying.
Ways to Fix the Error: Ensure that your drain hose is not twisted.

Unbalanced Load

LG Washing Machine Error Code: UE
Meaning of Error Code: The weight on one side of your washer’s tub is heavier than the other.
Ways to Fix the Error: Rearrange the items in your machine’s tub so that the weight is distributed equally on all sides.

Water Overfill

LG Washing Machine Error Code: FE
Meaning of Error Code: Your water valve is malfunctioning, causing the water in your washer’s tub to overfill.
Ways to Fix the Error: Drain the accumulated water in your washing machine’s tub by repeatedly pushing the Spin Speed button to get to the “no spin” setting. Press the Start/Pause button to start the machine. This should drain all the water from the tub. Initiate the wash cycle after all the water has been removed.

Malfunction in the Water Level Sensor

LG Washing Machine Error Code: PE
Meaning of Error Code: The “PE” code alerts you that the water level sensor isn’t functioning well. Your machine’s water level sensor manages the amount of water used when your machine is operating, so it’s important to get this fixed as soon as possible.
Ways to Fix the Error: Unplug your machine. After 10 seconds, plug it back in and start the wash cycle.

Additional Error Codes

If you’re seeing an error code not listed, refer to your appliance’s instruction manual or LG’s website for more information on its cause.

Find a Mr. Appliance Professional in Your Area

Keeping your LG washer working properly means less work for you. So, if you have a problem that can’t be resolved with any of the solutions mentioned above, call the appliance repair experts at your local Mr. Appliance. We can get your LG washing machine working properly again.

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