Samsung Washer Error Code 1E: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Samsung washer error code 1E means: Moisture is detected where it shouldn't be, or the water level sensor has an issue. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: look for a leak.

Quick facts

Code	1E
Also shown as	LE, 1C, LC, LC1, 1 1C, 1 LC
Brand / appliance	Samsung washer
System	Leak protection
Official meaning	Moisture is detected where it shouldn't be, or the water level sensor has an issue. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code 1E means on a Samsung washer

Moisture is detected where it shouldn't be, or the water level sensor has an issue. [1]

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

How to fix Samsung washer error code 1E (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 Samsung's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Look for a leak. Check for even small leaks around and under the washer.
Check the hoses. Make sure the supply and drain hoses behind the washer aren't kinked.
Test for suds. Run an empty cycle with no additives. If suds appear, keep running empty cycles until they stop.

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

No suds but the code continues: request service
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code 1E mean on a Samsung washer?

Samsung lists 1E as follows: Moisture is detected where it shouldn't be, or the water level sensor has an issue.

Is it safe to keep using the washer with 1E?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung washer error 1E myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: look for a leak. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Is LE the same as 1E?

Yes. Samsung's documentation lists LE, 1C, LC, LC1, 1 1C, 1 LC with the same meaning as 1E; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10000997/ (official)

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