All LG Washer Error Codes — Complete List (2026)
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating temperature sensor fault – thermistor readings are outside expected range
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating heater circuit fault – heating element is not operating correctly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating water supply error – the appliance is not receiving adequate water supply
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating fan motor failure – cooling or ventilation fan not operating
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating door or lid lock error – appliance cannot confirm door is securely locked
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating sensor calibration error – sensor values conflict with expected parameters
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor
LG washing machines display error codes when they detect issues with water supply, drainage, motor operation, or other key functions. These codes are your first clue to diagnosing the problem — often before you need to call a technician. This page contains all 222 LG washing machine error codes with their meanings, real-world causes, and both DIY and professional repair steps. The most common washer problems involve water inlet issues, drain pump blockages, door lock malfunctions, and unbalanced loads.
Most Common LG Washer Problems
Motor control error – the controller
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating motor control error – the controller cannot communicate with drive motor.
Drain system failure – water cannot
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly.
Communication error – internal control
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating communication error – internal control boards lost connection.
Drain system failure – water cannot
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating drain system failure – water cannot remove water properly.
Overflow protection triggered – water
The appliance control system detected a condition indicating overflow protection triggered – water level exceeded safe limit.
LG Washer Maintenance Tips
- 1Clean the drain filter monthly to prevent blockages
- 2Run an empty hot cycle with washer cleaner monthly to prevent odor and mold
- 3Check and clean inlet hose filters every 6 months
- 4Leave the door open after each wash to allow the drum to dry
- 5Don't overload the drum — follow the manufacturer's capacity guidelines
- 6Inspect water supply hoses annually and replace every 5 years
- 7Level the machine properly to reduce vibration during spin cycles
When to Call a Professional
Always Call a Pro
- ✖ Motor or drive system failure
- ✖ Control board replacement
- ✖ Water leak from internal components
Consider Professional Help
- ⚠ Inlet valve replacement
- ⚠ Pressure switch issues
- ⚠ Door lock mechanism
- ⚠ Drum bearing noise
Safe to DIY
- ✔ Cleaning drain filter
- ✔ Checking hoses for kinks
- ✔ Redistributing unbalanced loads
- ✔ Cleaning inlet filters