LG · Dishwasher Serious

FE — Overfilling

FE (Overfill Error) means too much water entered the tub. The dishwasher drains and shows FE to prevent an overflow — usually a water inlet valve that will not close.

Keep using it?
Limited use only
DIY difficulty
Moderate
Typical cost
$30-65
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The fix

Water inlet valve (stuck open)

Overfill error - too much water in tub

$30-65 moderate difficulty 45 min Tools: screwdriver, pliers

Diagnose first: Stuck-open inlet valve keeps adding water; float/level sensor failure is the other common cause.

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Didn't resolve it? Next suspect: Float switch / pressure sensor ($20-50)

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How to fix it

  1. Turn off the under-sink water supply.
  2. Inspect and test the water inlet valve; replace it if it will not close.
  3. Check the float and level sensor.

Why it happens

Typical signs: Dishwasher drains unexpectedly · Too much water in the tub · FE on the display

  • Inlet valve stuck open A valve that keeps adding water even when not commanded. Most common cause.
  • Faulty water level sensor A bad sensor lets the valve overfill.

More LG dishwasher codes

2H 2H — Delay-start indicator (2 hours remaining) AE AE — Leak Detected (Aqua Error) bE bE — Bubble / oversuds error CE CE — Motor / communication error CL CL — Child lock / control lock active CR CR — Test / calibration mode

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: lg.com.