Does this guide apply to your appliance?

Match the brand, device type and complete display code. The same code can mean something different on another product family or market; a series name does not confirm every model in that series.

Model and family references in this record:

LG Front Load WashersLG Top Load WashersDisplay variants: u5 or uS

Likely causes

  • A vibration-sensor connection or contact problem
  • A failed vibration sensor
  • An internal component or wiring issue related to vibration detection
  • Model-specific error-code interpretation or display-character variation

What to try

Resume the cycle and restart the washer

Easy
  1. Press Start/Pause once to see whether the washer resumes operation.
  2. If vS returns, press Power to turn the washer off.
  3. Wait briefly, then turn the washer back on and restart the cycle.
  4. If the code appears again, stop troubleshooting and arrange LG service rather than opening the washer.

Source for this check: www.lg.com

Check external stability, then request service if vS returns

Moderate

This is a service referral, not a do-it-yourself repair procedure.

  1. If applicable, confirm that the washer is standing securely and appears level on the floor.
  2. Do not remove any panels or attempt to adjust the vibration sensor or its wiring.
  3. Run the washer only if it can operate safely without unusual movement, noise, leaking, or other hazards.
  4. Contact LG Support or a qualified appliance technician if vS returns after the restart, because internal sensor inspection may be required.
  5. Provide the technician with the washer’s exact model number, since LG troubleshooting details can vary by model.

This step is marked professional. Stop if you are not qualified to continue.

Source for this check: www.lg.com

The code returned or the check did not help?

Avoid repeated resets and do not select a replacement part from the code alone. Record the exact code, full model number, when it appeared, and the checks you tried with their results. Share these details with the manufacturer or service technician.

Disconnecting power does not establish that internal components are safe to touch. This guide does not authorize opening electrical components or bypassing safety devices.

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