LG Dryer Error Code E13: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

LG dryer error code E13 means: On hybrid condensing dryers, the drain hose is kinked, crushed or clogged, or the sump water is frozen. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: check the hose.

Quick facts

Code	E13
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	LG dryer
System	Drain
Official meaning	On hybrid condensing dryers, the drain hose is kinked, crushed or clogged, or the sump water is frozen. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	LG USA Support (lg.com/us/support)

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What error code E13 means on an LG dryer

On hybrid condensing dryers, the drain hose is kinked, crushed or clogged, or the sump water is frozen. [1]

This is a drain code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix LG dryer error code E13 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on LG's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Check the hose. Make sure it isn't kinked, twisted or blocked at the end.
Standard hose. Don't extend the hose. Use only the standard LG drain hose.
Restart. Press START/PAUSE.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

E13 returns
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact LG USA Support (lg.com/us/support) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code E13 mean on an LG dryer?

LG lists E13 as follows: On hybrid condensing dryers, the drain hose is kinked, crushed or clogged, or the sump water is frozen.

Is it safe to keep using the dryer with E13?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix LG dryer error E13 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: check the hose. If it persists, call a technician or LG USA Support (lg.com/us/support).

Sources

https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-dryer-error-code-list--20154710772482 (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with LG.