As a front-load washer, the WM8980HVA shares its core mechanism with the rest of LG’s washer lineup at roughly 5.2 cu ft. On this platform, the dE fault code is one of the more common reasons it gets a service call. LG’s own US product page still carries this model with an active status flag, read 24 September 2026.
Service calls on this washer most often trace to one of a short list: the dE, FE or tE fault codes. We confirm which one applies against the model and serial number before ordering a part.
Key Features
- Load-sensing spin control
- Electronic cycle control with a digital display
- Front-load washer
- Rated at 5.2 cu. ft.
Most Common Issues on This Model
01
dE fault code — door not confirmed shut, or the door latch assembly has failed
02
FE fault code — overfilling, most often traced to the water inlet valve
03
tE fault code — thermistor fault reading the wash water temperature