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Samsung Washer LE — Water leak detected

Samsung Washer · Error code LE

What LE Means

Water leak detected.

Most Likely Fix

Water leak detected

PartDoor boot/bellow seal (front-load)
Typical cost$40-90
Difficultyhard
Time2-3 hours

Tools: screwdriver, pliers, spring tool

Diagnose first: Inspect door boot for tears at the bottom front - most common leak source. Also check hose connections inside the cabinet.

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If the primary fix doesn't resolve it:

PartDrain pump assembly
Typical cost$40-80
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Symptoms

  • LE shown on the display
  • Water leak detected

Common Causes

1
Most likely: Door boot/bellow seal (front-load)

Inspect door boot for tears at the bottom front - most common leak source. Also check hose connections inside the cabinet.

2
Next most likely: Drain pump assembly

If the primary fix does not resolve the code, this is the next part to test.

How to Fix It

  1. Inspect door boot for tears at the bottom front - most common leak source. Also check hose connections inside the cabinet.
  2. If diagnosis confirms the fault, replace the door boot/bellow seal (front-load) (typical cost $40-90, about 2-3 hours, hard DIY).
  3. Still throwing LE? Test the drain pump assembly next ($40-80).

Parts You May Need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Common replacement Door boot/bellow seal (front-load) View on Amazon→ Common replacement Drain pump assembly View on Amazon→

More Samsung Washer Codes

3C 3C / 3E — Motor Fault 4C 4C / 4E — Water Supply Error 4C2 4C2 — Hot water connected to cold inlet 4E 4E — Water supply error (older code, same as 4C) 5C 5C / 5E / SC — Will Not Drain 5E 5E — Drain error (older code, same as 5C)

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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.