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LG Dishwasher Error Code LE: Wash motor error
Applies to LG dishwashers that show LE or CE on the display.
The circulation (wash) pump motor is locked up. Check for something obstructing the pump impeller first.
What this code means
Dishwashers circulate the same water for the whole wash with one pump motor. LE (CE on some models) means that motor has locked — most often something physical is stopping the impeller.
The manufacturer's checks, in order
- Unplug the dishwasher and check for an obstruction stopping the wash pump impeller from spinning, as LG's guidance suggests.
- Remove any obstruction and run a cycle.
If nothing obstructs the impeller and LE returns, the circulation motor or control board needs service.
Parts involved in this fault
| Part | Why it is involved | Typical price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hall (position) sensor | Reports rotor position to the drive; a classic cause of motor codes on a clear drum. | $15-$35 | Check priceaffiliate slot |
| Drive motor | The motor itself. Technician fitting — live testing involved. | $120-$250 | Check priceaffiliate slot |
Error codes are not shared between brands. On Samsung dishwashers, LE is the “Leakage error” fault — see Samsung LE explained. Always read a code against your own brand's list.
Related LG dishwasher codes
IE — Water inlet errorOE — Drain (water outlet) errorAE — Leak detected errorFE — Overfill errorHE — Heater errortE — Thermistor (temperature sensor) error
Questions people ask about LE
Does LE mean leak on an LG dishwasher?
No — on LG dishwashers the leak code is AE/E1. LE here is the wash (circulation) motor. On LG washers LE is the main drive motor. Read it against the appliance.
Source & provenance. The meaning, the checks and their order, and the service line on this page are restated from LG official — “How Do You Fix Common Dishwasher Problems?” (LG Story) and “LG Dishwasher — Understanding Error Codes” (Help Library) (source), read on 2026-11-06. No forum content, no invented repair steps, and nothing involving gas, refrigerant or mains wiring. Where the manufacturer says to request service, this page stops too.