LG Washing Machine Error AE: What It Means and How to Fix It
Short answer
AE on a LG washing machine means: A leak inside the appliance; a safety switch stops the washer to prevent flooding. First step: Check the inlet hose for loose connections or cuts.
Leakage inside the appliance
Applies to: LG front-load washers
Likely causes
- Loose/damaged inlet hose
- Faulty safety switch
How to fix it
- 1Check the inlet hose for loose connections or cuts.
- 2Check the Aqua lock.
- 3Unplug, wait 60 seconds, restart.
- 4If the code persists, contact LG customer service.
When to call a professional: If it persists, schedule service.
Rotation error (gear/motor)
Applies to: LG top-load washers
How to fix it
- 1Remove coins and foreign objects trapped between pulsator and tub (use tweezers).
- 2If the code persists, contact LG customer service.
When to call a professional: If no object is visible but noises occur or the drum is impeded, request service.
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Source
Based on LG's official error code information: LG US – LG Front Load Washer - Error Code List(New), LG AT (DE) – [LG Toplader-Waschmaschine] Fehlercode-Liste. Last checked 2026-10-28. Codes and their meaning can differ by model and region; check your appliance's manual.
Frequently asked questions
What does LG washing machine error code AE mean?
A leak inside the appliance; a safety switch stops the washer to prevent flooding.
How do I fix AE on a LG washing machine?
Check the inlet hose for loose connections or cuts. Check the Aqua lock. Unplug, wait 60 seconds, restart. If the code persists, contact LG customer service.
When should I call a technician for AE?
If it persists, schedule service.