LG Dishwasher OE Error Code — Meaning & Repair Cost (2026)
Drain error — not draining. Below: the most likely causes, and what the matching repair costs — Estimated national ranges with a metro localizer. Reviewed July 2026.
What OE means
Drain error — not draining.
Likely causes, most common first
- A clogged filter
- Debris
- A clogged drain hose/air gap
Base: ApplianceRepairService.ca fault-code library, 1 published national repair-cost guide (retrieved 2026-07) · full source registry on the methodology page · Code meaning & causes · Reviewed July 2026
What it usually costs to fix Estimated
OE on an LG dishwasher resolves to the dishwasher not draining problem. LG parts typically run ×1.2 against the mainstream baseline (proprietary Korean OEM parts, limited aftermarket competition; LG drum-motor repair (~$325) runs above comparable Whirlpool (~$240)), and the ranges below already include it.
$90–$430 national estimate to fix the fault behind OE (LG parts ×1.2). Enter a ZIP to localize.
| Most common repair | Typical total | DIY? |
|---|---|---|
| Drain pump replacement | $155–$430 | DIY possible |
| Clogged filter / drain hose clearing | $90–$230 | DIY possible |
| Drain solenoid / check valve replacement | $125–$320 | Pro recommended |
Plus a typical service-call / diagnostic fee of $75–$150, often credited toward the repair.
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Base: 2 published national repair-cost guides (retrieved 2026-07) · full source registry on the methodology page · National base range (BLS OEWS May 2025 + BEA RPP 2024) · Reviewed July 2026 · Estimated
Codes are universal — your location changes the repair price, never the code's meaning. See the methodology for the exact localization formula and sources.
Reviewed by a Red-Seal certified appliance technician.