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LG Washing Machine Error Code AE: Rotation error (top load)
Applies to LG washing machines that show AE or LE1 on the display.
Top-load models: the gears or motor responsible for rotating the drum cannot operate. Check for trapped objects first. (On LG dishwashers AE means something else entirely — a leak.)
What this code means
On LG top-load washers, the AE, LE and LE1 codes form one family: the mechanism that rotates the drum cannot operate properly. LG says a coin or foreign object trapped between the wash plate and drum can interfere with the gear or motor and display any of the three.
The manufacturer's checks, in order
- Check for a coin or foreign object trapped between the wash plate and the drum, which can stop the gears turning.
- Power the machine off for a few minutes and restart.
If nothing is trapped and the code returns, the motor or drive needs a technician.
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 washing machines, AE is the “Communication error” fault — see Samsung AC explained. Always read a code against your own brand's list.
Related LG washing machine codes
IE — Water inlet errorOE — Drain (water outlet) errorUE — Unbalanced load errorLE — Locked motor errordE — Door lock errortE — Temperature sensor (thermistor) error
Questions people ask about AE
Does AE mean a leak on LG machines?
On LG dishwashers, yes — AE is the leak code there. On LG top-load washers AE/LE/LE1 are rotation errors. Read the code against the appliance, not just the brand.
Source & provenance. The meaning, the checks and their order, and the service line on this page are restated from LG official support — “[LG Top Load Washer] Error Code List”, “[LG WashTower] Error Code Resolution Guide” and “How to Troubleshoot Common LG Washing Machine Error Codes” (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.