Samsung Washer LC · LE · 1C · 1E Error Code — Meaning & Repair Cost (2026)
Leakage error. Below: the most likely causes, and what the matching repair costs — Estimated national ranges with a metro localizer. Reviewed July 2026.
What LC · LE · 1C · 1E means
Leakage error.
Likely causes, most common first
- A water leak in the tub/hose area
- A faulty leak sensor
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
LC · LE · 1C · 1E on a Samsung washer resolves to the washing machine leaking water problem. Samsung parts typically run ×1.2 against the mainstream baseline (proprietary Korean OEM parts with limited aftermarket competition; sourcing can add 5-10 business days and premium part pricing), and the ranges below already include it.
$100–$640 national estimate to fix the fault behind LC · LE · 1C · 1E (Samsung parts ×1.2). Enter a ZIP to localize.
| Most common repair | Typical total | DIY? |
|---|---|---|
| Door boot / bellows seal replacement (front-load) | $285–$640 | Pro recommended |
| Water inlet valve / hose replacement | $100–$270 | DIY possible |
| Drain pump / pump seal replacement | $155–$420 | DIY possible |
| Tub seal / bearing replacement | $355–$590 | 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.