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Full Error Code List

LG washing machine error codes

Use this page when you already know the display code or want to compare LG washing machine meanings quickly by severity.

How to use this list

Use the table to confirm the exact code, then open the detail guide for the safest first checks, model notes, and next-step options.

What the list is best for

  • Matching the exact display code before you act.
  • Comparing severity and meaning side by side.
  • Spotting closely related warnings that users often confuse.

What happens on the detail page

  • Quick answer and severity guidance.
  • Symptom-based first checks where the content supports it.
  • Model and display notes plus trust and source context.

LG washing machine code table

Scan by code, meaning, and severity, then open the exact detail page when you need step-by-step guidance.

CE
The washer has detected that the drive motor is drawing excessive current. The machine has stopped to protect the motor and wiring from damage caused by sustained overcurrent.
high severity
DE
The washer cannot confirm that the door is properly closed and locked. The cycle will not start, or has paused, because the door latch or lock assembly is not detecting a secure closure.
low severity
FE
LG washer error FE usually means the machine is filling with too much water or not sensing the water level correctly.
medium severity
IE
LG washer error IE usually means the machine is not getting enough incoming water to complete the fill on time.
medium severity
LE
The washer's drive motor has detected an overload condition and stopped to protect itself from damage. The motor is drawing more current than expected, typically because the drum is over-loaded or something is obstructing rotation.
medium severity
OE
LG washer error OE usually means the machine cannot drain water out of the drum within the expected time.
medium severity
PE
The washer's water level pressure sensor has returned an abnormal reading or has stopped responding. The machine cannot accurately determine how much water is in the drum and has stopped the cycle.
high severity
PF
The washer detected a power interruption during an active cycle. This is an informational code — it tells you the cycle did not complete normally due to lost power. The machine has paused and is waiting for your input.
low severity
SUD
The washer has detected too many suds in the drum. The cycle will pause and the machine will automatically run additional rinse passes to break down the foam before continuing.
low severity
tCL
The washer is reminding you to run a Tub Clean cycle to remove detergent residue, mold, and mildew buildup from inside the drum. This is a maintenance reminder, not a fault — the washer will continue to operate normally.
low severity
TE
LG washer error TE usually means the machine is seeing a wash-water heating or thermistor problem.
high severity
UE
The washer has detected that the laundry load is unevenly distributed in the drum and cannot safely reach spin speed. The machine will attempt to redistribute the load automatically before displaying UE or Ub.
low severity

Common symptom shortcuts

These clusters give users another way into the list when they know the symptom but not the code.

Drain and standing water problems

  • FE - LG washer error FE usually means the machine is filling with too much water or not sensing the water level correctly.
  • OE - LG washer error OE usually means the machine cannot drain water out of the drum within the expected time.

Leaks, fill, and water-path issues

  • FE - LG washer error FE usually means the machine is filling with too much water or not sensing the water level correctly.
  • IE - LG washer error IE usually means the machine is not getting enough incoming water to complete the fill on time.
  • OE - LG washer error OE usually means the machine cannot drain water out of the drum within the expected time.

Door, latch, and lock warnings

  • DE - The washer cannot confirm that the door is properly closed and locked. The cycle will not start, or has paused, because the door latch or lock assembly is not detecting a secure closure.
  • tCL - The washer is reminding you to run a Tub Clean cycle to remove detergent residue, mold, and mildew buildup from inside the drum. This is a maintenance reminder, not a fault — the washer will continue to operate normally.
  • UE - The washer has detected that the laundry load is unevenly distributed in the drum and cannot safely reach spin speed. The machine will attempt to redistribute the load automatically before displaying UE or Ub.

Common guides to open next

CE fix guide

CE - The washer has detected that the drive motor is drawing excessive current. The machine has stopped to protect the motor and wiring from damage caused by sustained overcurrent.

DE fix guide

DE - The washer cannot confirm that the door is properly closed and locked. The cycle will not start, or has paused, because the door latch or lock assembly is not detecting a secure closure.

FE fix guide

FE - LG washer error FE usually means the machine is filling with too much water or not sensing the water level correctly.

IE fix guide

IE - LG washer error IE usually means the machine is not getting enough incoming water to complete the fill on time.