Samsung Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher LE Error Fix: Leak Detected — Base Pan

Error code LE on the Samsung Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher means: Leak Detected — Base Pan. The leak sensor in the base pan has detected water. Water is leaking from internal components and collecting in the bottom of the dishwasher chassis. Turn off the water supply and power. Pull the dishwasher out and check for the source of the leak — common sources include the door gasket, the spray arm bearing seal, internal hose connections, and the wash pump seal. Tip the unit slightly to drain the base pan.

The most successful fix is "Replace Wash Pump Seal and Inspect Internal Hoses" (hard difficulty, ~90 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$35. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated critical severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Wash Pump Seal and Inspect Internal Hoses") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 90 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Needle-nose pliers, Bucket or towel.

DIY cost: $20-$35. Professional repair typically costs $130-$200. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Samsung Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher has 8 other known error codes, including: 1E (Water Level Sensor Error), 3E (Wash Pump Motor Error), 4E (Water Supply Error — Not Filling), 5E (Drainage Error — Not Draining), 7E (Water Reflector Error (WaterWall Models)), and 3 more.

Error code LE also appears on 3 other Samsung models: Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher, Samsung WA50R5400AW 5.0 cu. ft. Top Load Washer, Samsung WF45R6100AW 4.5 cu. ft. Front Load Washer. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.