Brand guide

LG Error Codes: Meanings & Safe Checks

Match the equipment family and displayed code before following any check.

bE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher bE means Bubble error: over-sudsing from dish soap or too much detergent; the code prevents leaks.

CL
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher CL means Control Lock (Child Lock) is active: the panel and cycle selection are disabled; the lock stays active after power off/on.

F31
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher F31 means The Heat Dry fan motor does not operate (applies to models with Dynamic Heat Dry).

F35
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher F35 means The temperatures of Heat Dry components cannot be measured (applies to models with Dynamic Heat Dry).

F37
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher F37 means The Auto Open Door feature does not function. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

FE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher FE means The water supply exceeds the standard amount, or a leak is detected (official page: may be caused by over-sudsing with dishwashing…

HE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher HE means Heater error: the heater that heats the water is not functioning normally.

IE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher IE means Water inlet error: a specified amount of water was not supplied to the tub in time.

LE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher LE means The cleaning (wash) motor is not functioning normally. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

nE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher nE means The impeller (Vario pump) does not spin normally, or dishes touch the impeller.

OE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher OE means Water outlet error: the tub is not fully drained. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

PE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher PE means Water level sensor issue (the official page notes this applies to certain older models).

tE
Dishwasher

LG dishwasher tE means Temperature sensor issue (contact problem or sensor failure).

BE
Dryer

LG dryer BE means Drum drive belt problem - drum rotation halts. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

d80
Dryer

LG dryer d80 means Airflow is restricted somewhere between the dryer and the outside exhaust exit.

dE
Dryer

LG dryer dE means The dryer door is not completely closed (door not closed, misaligned, or clothing stuck in the door).

drn
Dryer

LG dryer drn means Drain-related: the water container is full, the drain hose is kinked/pressed, or the drain pump has air in it.

E00
Dryer

LG dryer E00 means The display PCB cannot read software from the main PCB. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

E03
Dryer

LG dryer E03 means The float switch detects that the base of the dryer is full of water.

E1
Dryer

LG dryer E1 means Applies only to models with the steam function: an issue with the steam-generating component.

E13
Dryer

LG dryer E13 means The drain hose is kinked, crushed, or clogged, or the water in the sump is frozen (displays only on Hybrid Condensing Dryers).

E5
Dryer

LG dryer E5 means A problem with the water supply used for the steam cycle. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

EHE
Dryer

LG dryer EHE means The heater draws too much current; this can shut the appliance down via a tripped main fuse.

F1
Dryer

LG dryer F1 means Cycle system problem: no more heat is generated in the heat exchanger.

FO
Dryer

LG dryer FO means The lint filter is not inserted (FO or flashing INSERT FILTER); the dryer stops working.

HS
Dryer

LG dryer HS means Humidity sensor error; the dryer may run for 2.5 hours, seeming not to dry.

IF
Dryer

LG dryer IF means The lint filter is not detected (not assembled correctly or the interior filter magnet is missing).

LE1
Dryer

LG dryer LE1 means LE1: drum motor issue - drum not rotating; LE2/AE/CE1: compressor (heat-generating component) problem; LE3: circulating-air motor problem.

nE
Dryer

LG dryer nE means nE: control panel to Wi-Fi module connection issue; nF: Wi-Fi module problem; nC: display PCB to NFC module connection issue.

nP
Dryer

LG dryer nP means No current detected at the heater, normally indicating a home wiring problem.

PF
Dryer

LG dryer PF means Usually happens after a power outage; a factory-style reset is used.

PS
Dryer

LG dryer PS means Improper voltage on the power cord, possibly from reversed white/red wire connections on the terminal block.

tE1
Dryer

LG dryer tE1 means A problem was detected with the dryer's thermistor. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

F3
Microwave

LG microwave F3 means F-3 errors can occur when there are foreign substances around the touch button panel.

E
Oven Range

LG oven range E means [E] or [E1] is displayed and the buttons do not work because there is a foreign object on the button, or the button has been pressed…

22
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator 22 means Compressor relay problem. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

33
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator 33 means Compressor relay problem. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

67
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator 67 means A gap in the door or an object inside the fridge restricting the door from closing properly.

88
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator 88 means 88 indicates the unit is functioning properly (shown when ICE PLUS and FREEZER are held for 2 seconds).

Ad
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator Ad means The door motor does not move to the maximum or home position within 5 seconds.

AS
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator AS means The reed switch is in the open state while the auto-door motor is operating.

C1
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator C1 means Communication error between the LCD display and the dispenser.

CF
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator CF means Condenser fan motor malfunction (rear, sealed-system fan that releases compressor heat); display shows C or E CF.

CO
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator CO means Communication error between the control board and the display.

dH
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator dH means Defrost system malfunction: the unit failed to reach the expected temperature change within a set time after defrost began…

dr
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator dr means The door motor does not move to the maximum or home position within 5 seconds.

dS
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator dS means Defrost sensor short or disconnection (F dS = freezer defrost sensor; r dS = refrigerator defrost sensor).

EID
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator EID means Freezer-compartment ice-maker sensor failure. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

EIU
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator EIU means Freezer-compartment ice-maker assembly failure. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

FF
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator FF means Freezer fan motor issue (can also occur if ice blocks the fan).

FS
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator FS means Freezer sensor short or disconnection (LED models display -17/-18/-20/-23°C combinations).

gF
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator gF means Flow sensor error or low water pressure (if the ice maker overfills, the flow sensor may be malfunctioning).

HS
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator HS means Humidity sensor short or disconnection. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

IF
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator IF means Ice-maker fan problem (may occur when frost or ice builds up around the ice-maker fan).

IS
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator IS means Ice-maker fan motor problem or ice-maker sensor disconnection.

iT
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator iT means Ice-maker defect. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

Od
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator Od means Wi-Fi modem or communication error between the LCD display micom and the Wi-Fi modem.

rF
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator rF means Refrigerator fan motor abnormality (may be due to frost build-up).

rS
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator rS means Refrigerator sensor short or disconnection (LED models display -15/-17/-20/-23°C combinations).

rT
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator rT means External (room temperature) sensor short or open. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

Sb
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator Sb means Sabbath mode used on the Jewish Sabbath/holidays; alarm functions turn off and the dispenser is disabled; it turns off…

SS
Refrigerator

LG refrigerator SS means Pantry sensor short or open. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

AE
Washer

LG washer AE means Internal water leak detected (the appliance has a safety mechanism to prevent flooding; possible causes: water leak, damaged inlet hose,…

Cd
Washer

LG washer Cd means "Cool down" after the drying cycle completes - not an error code.

CE
Washer

LG washer CE means Over-current in the motor circuit (short circuit, loose connection, ground fault, or power surge).

CL
Washer

LG washer CL means Child Lock is active: the control panel is disabled and settings cannot be adjusted.

dcL
Washer

LG washer dcL means ezDispense Nozzle Clean program is active (use when changing detergent/softener type or after prolonged non-use).

dE
Washer

LG washer dE means The washer door is not closed properly (laundry may be caught between the door and the rubber gasket).

dE2
Washer

LG washer dE2 means The door is closed but not locked (overload, items caught in the door/gasket, or a bent/broken door latch).

dHE
Washer

LG washer dHE means Temporary dry-function error. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

E80
Washer

LG washer E80 means Communication fault between the display PCB and the main PCB.

FE
Washer

LG washer FE means Overfilling error: extra water entered the drum, possibly through the detergent dispenser; the drain pump activates to prevent leaks.

FF
Washer

LG washer FF means Freeze failure: the temperature inside the washer dropped below 1°C; drain/inlet hoses may freeze; controls stay disabled until the…

HE
Washer

LG washer HE means Temporary heater error. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

IE
Washer

LG washer IE means Water inlet error: the tub does not fill to an adequate level within a specified period (water cut off, faucet off, hose…

LE
Washer

LG washer LE means The tub fails to spin: the motor cannot operate properly because the washer is overloaded or a foreign object is stuck in the tub.

nC
Washer

LG washer nC means nC: display PCB to NFC module connection issue; nE: display PCB to Wi-Fi module connection issue; nF: Wi-Fi module problem.

OE
Washer

LG washer code OE means the machine could not drain its wash water. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

OPn
Washer

LG washer OPn means OPn: the drawer was not fully inserted or was opened during operation.

PE
Washer

LG washer PE means The water level sensor is malfunctioning. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

PF
Washer

LG washer PF means Power failure: the power supply was interrupted during a cycle (power outage or breaker trip).

PS
Washer

LG washer PS means Power supply issue: the appliance stops because it cannot continue the program (may appear as P5 on a 7-segment display).

SE
Washer

LG washer SE means Sensor error. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

Sud
Washer

LG washer Sud means Too many suds detected: the washer runs a suds-reducing cycle (adds about 2 hours) and stops during spin to prevent leaking.

tcL
Washer

LG washer tcL means It is time to run the Tub Clean cycle. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

tE
Washer

LG washer tE means Heating error, usually caused by a faulty thermistor. See the verified model scope, safe checks, and official source.

UE
Washer

LG washer UE means Unbalanced error: laundry is not distributed evenly in the drum (load too large/small, unsuitable items, washer not level, laundry-net…

vS
Washer

LG washer vS means Vibration sensor issue (contact problem or sensor malfunction); may display as u5 or uS.