LG distinguishes a balancing attempt from a final UE error; UE means the washer could not correct the uneven load.
What UE / uE means
LG distinguishes a balancing attempt from a final UE error; UE means the washer could not correct the uneven load.
What you may notice
- The drum repeatedly tries to spin
- The timer may increase
- Laundry remains wet
- The cabinet may shake
Most likely causes
- 01One bulky item is washing alone
- 02The drum is overloaded
- 03Items are tangled
- 04The load is too small
- 05The washer is not level
Safe checks, in order
Start with the simplest non-invasive check. Stop as soon as the error clears; repeated resets can hide a condition without correcting it.
Wait for the drum
Pause and wait until all movement stops.
Redistribute items
Untangle and spread the load evenly.
Correct the load size
Remove excess items or add compatible pieces around one bulky item.
Check leveling
Confirm all feet contact the floor and the cabinet does not rock.
Know where to stop
Never steady or move a washer while it is spinning. Stop if it walks or strikes nearby objects.
When to call a technician or support
Request service when ordinary balanced loads repeatedly trigger UE or the empty drum moves excessively.
When you call, have the exact product or vehicle model, model year where relevant, the complete code or symbol, and when it appeared.
Where this information came from
We use the manufacturer's current published guidance as the starting point, then organize it into a safer, beginner-friendly sequence.
LG USA Support — washer error-code list Source last checked August 16, 2026. Manufacturer instructions and model manuals take priority over this independent summary.