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LG appliance repair in Chicago, IL
An LG fridge that stopped cooling, or a washer showing OE. Call and we’ll connect you with a technician who works on LG.
With LG, the refrigerator question that matters most is the compressor, because LG’s warranty treats it very differently from the rest of the fridge. Check that before paying for a sealed-system repair.
LG refrigerators that stop cooling
Consumer Reports’ 2026 reliability report says LG French door, side-by-side and bottom-freezer refrigerators are more prone to compressor failures than competitors’ models (Consumer Reports). A 2020 class action settlement covered certain models made 2014 to 2017; its claim deadline passed in January 2021, and LG denied wrongdoing.
Not every warm LG fridge has a bad compressor. Fans, the defrost system and the control board produce the same symptom, and they are much cheaper. If it is the compressor, LG’s warranty may still cover the part through year ten on linear and inverter compressors, leaving you to pay labor. Find your purchase date before the technician quotes.
LG front load washer codes
| Code | LG meaning | Try first |
|---|---|---|
| OE | Unable to drain | Clean the drain pump filter |
| IE | Tub not filling adequately | Open valves; check inlet screens |
| UE | Unbalanced load | Redistribute and restart |
| dE, dE1, dE2 | Door not closed or not locking | Close firmly; recurring dE2 is the lock |
| LE | Tub fails to spin | Smaller load; recurring needs service |
| tE | Heating error | Technician |
Source: LG US support. More in the error code library.
LG range recall
| Recall | Product | Hazard (CPSC wording) | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Slide-in and freestanding electric ranges with front-mounted knobs, sold 2015 to 2025 (about 500,000) | “Front-mounted knobs on the recalled ranges can be activated by accidental contact by humans or pets, posing a fire hazard.” | Free warning label and lockout instructions. LG · CPSC |
LG’s public notices page lists its recalls.
LG refrigerator codes
An “Er” code on an LG refrigerator names the part that stopped working. Fan and defrost codes often trace back to ice buildup; LG’s first step for most is to unplug the fridge for about five minutes. Codes vary by model; your owner’s manual is the final word.
| Code | Manufacturer meaning |
|---|---|
| Er FF | Freezer fan motor not operating normally |
| Er rF | Refrigerator compartment fan motor not operating normally |
| Er IF | Ice maker fan error; frost or ice around the fan can cause it |
| Er dH | Defrost failure: ice buildup, blocked drain hole, heater, fuse or main board |
| Er CO | Main board and display cannot communicate |
| Er CF | Condenser fan error |
| Er CH, Er CL | Refrigerant leak on the high or low side of the cycle |
| OFF | Display (demo) mode, not a fault |
Source: LG support.
LG dryer codes and Flow Sense
LG dryers watch the exhaust duct and report how blocked it is. A d-code is a vent problem, not a dryer fault, and clearing the vent is the fix. On many LG washers, a flashing tCL is a reminder to run Tub Clean, which LG recommends monthly.
| Code | Manufacturer meaning |
|---|---|
| d75, d80, d90, d95 | Exhaust duct clogged about 75, 80, 90 or 95 percent; on gas dryers d80 can also mean no gas supply |
| tE1 to tE4 | Thermistor (temperature sensor) problem |
| PS | Improper voltage in the power cord (wiring reversed) |
| nP | No current at the heater; usually a home wiring issue |
| HS | Humidity sensor error |
| F0 | Lint filter out or not seated |
Source: LG dryer error codes.
Finding your LG model number
| Appliance | Where the model and serial label usually is |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator | Inside the fresh food section on the side wall of the liner |
| Front-load washer or dryer | Silver label around the door opening, usually at the top |
| Top-load washer | On the back near the top, or under the lid |
| Dishwasher | Right side of the door when opened |
| Range | Side of the door or drawer frame, or behind the control panel |
Source: LG.
LG repair questions
Does LG cover a failed refrigerator compressor?
What does OE mean on an LG washer?
Can I still claim from the LG refrigerator compressor settlement?
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