LG · Dishwasher Serious

LE — Motor Error

LE (Locked/Motor Error) on an LG dishwasher means the wash motor circuit faulted — it could not run at the commanded speed or drew abnormal current.

Keep using it?
Limited use only
DIY difficulty
Hard
Typical cost
$120-250
Verified against
lg.com ↗

The fix

Wash pump motor / circulation pump

Motor circuit error (wash pump)

$120-250 hard difficulty 120 min Tools: screwdriver, nut driver, pliers

Diagnose first: BLDC wash motor or its driver on the main board fails; check for debris jamming the impeller first.

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How to fix it

  1. Power-cycle the dishwasher at the breaker.
  2. If LE returns, the wash/circulation motor is the likely failure — this is an advanced repair.
  3. Consider a technician if comfortable removing the sump/motor assembly.

Why it happens

Typical signs: Dishwasher stops mid-cycle · No wash action · LE on the display

  • Failed wash motor The circulation motor has worn out or seized.
  • Wiring or control fault A connector or control-board issue to the motor.

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.