LG Washing Machine (Front Load) error codes

Select an LG washing machine (front load) error code to see what it means, common causes, and how to fix it.

Error Codes

A water leak was detected inside the machine

The drying cycle is complete and the cool down feature is active

The motor circuit detected an over-current and shut down to protect itself

Child lock is active — the control panel is locked and cannot be adjusted

A coupling component inside the machine has malfunctioned

The washer door failed to lock before the cycle could start

dE1

The washer door is not closed or locked properly

dE2

The washer door is closed but failed to lock securely

dE3

The door cannot be locked due to a fault with the door locking mechanism

dHE

A temporary fault was detected in the drying function

The door latch switch is not working and the door cannot be confirmed as locked

The washer timed out and is automatically draining the water from the drum

The clutch mechanism detected an obstruction and cannot operate properly

The SideKick pedestal washer is not properly installed or the stacking switch is not working

The main control board memory has developed a fault

The washer is overfilling with too much water

A temporary fault was detected in the heating element

The washer did not fill with enough water within the expected time

The motor is unable to spin the drum — it has locked up or stalled

LE1

The motor is locked and cannot spin the drum