Written by
Maya Chen Editorial TeamPublished September 5, 2026Updated October 20, 2026
Error codeFE
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
What FE means on an LG dishwasher: leakage or overfilling. Owner steps from LG's error-code guide.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so FE may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Leakage or overfilling, in the same group as AE.
FE on an LG dishwasher display means the unit has detected leakage or overfilling. It sits in the same group as AE, and the manual treats FE and AE together. Error codes can differ depending on the product model.
What can trigger FE
The water supply exceeds the standard amount.
Oversudsing caused by dishwashing liquid.
The unit is not level, or the door is not aligned.
A leak is detected.
Water was poured into the Heat Dry blower.
What the manual tells you to do
Load big plates and pots upside down.
Use detergents formulated for dishwashers. Do not use dishwashing liquid.
If the unit is not level, request service.
If FE persists even though the unit is level, request service.
While FE is showing, the dishwasher keeps draining to protect the appliance and the floor. If no water is leaking onto the floor but the message stays on, unplug the dishwasher and request service. For a built-in with the plug behind the unit, use the switch that controls the dishwasher power. If it is connected to a power strip behind the cabinet baseboard, turn that strip off.
Models with Dynamic Heat Dry
Learn the difference between the water softening system cap and the Heat Dry filter cap before handling either, because they differ in size and shape. Water poured through the Heat Dry blower may leak, so add water to the water softening system only. If water went into the blower and the dishwasher is built in, do not pull the unit out. Request service to avoid damage to the floor.
OE is the outlet error, where the tub is not fully drained.
LG dishwasher service in Los Angeles
For LG dishwasher repair in Los Angeles, call (310) 742-8008. Have the FE code, the model number and a note of what you already tried ready, such as reloading the racks or checking that the unit is level. More about LG dishwasher repair is on the service page.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your LG appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
