LG Washer · Code UE / uE / Ub

LG Washer UE code: Unbalanced load

The washer sensed that the load is lopsided in the drum and could shake too hard at high speed. It tries to rebalance and may cut the spin short, leaving clothes wet.

Most common causes

  1. One heavy item (rug, comforter, jeans) bunched on one side
  2. Load too small to spread evenly, or too large
  3. Washer not level or rocking on the floor
  4. Shipping bolts left in on a newly installed front-loader
  5. Worn suspension or shock parts

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Pause the cycle, spread the clothes evenly around the drum and restart
  2. Add a couple of towels to very small loads, or split very large loads
  3. Wash bulky items on their own on the Bulky/Bedding cycle
  4. Check the washer is level and all four feet touch the floor firmly
  5. On a new install, confirm the shipping bolts were removed

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: lg.com · lg.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does UE mean on a LG Washer?

The washer sensed that the load is lopsided in the drum and could shake too hard at high speed. It tries to rebalance and may cut the spin short, leaving clothes wet.

Can I clear the UE code myself?

Try these first: Pause the cycle, spread the clothes evenly around the drum and restart Add a couple of towels to very small loads, or split very large loads Wash bulky items on their own on the Bulky/Bedding cycle Check the washer is level and all four feet touch the floor firmly On a new install, confirm the shipping bolts were removed Call a technician if the error shows up on normal, well-spread loads or the machine bangs and walks even when level.

How much does it cost to fix a UE code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other LG Washer codes

dE · Door or lid lock errorIE · Water fill errorLE · Motor locked / overloadedOE · Drain errortCL · Tub clean reminderAE · Water leak detectedCE · Motor current / speed errorCL · Child lock onFE · Overfill errorPE · Water level sensor errorPF · Power failureSud · Too many sudstE · Heating error

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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