I live in California. Has anyone else had the problem with holes in their clothes? Bought my LG washer is 2016 and thought I must have done something wrong because rust started in bleach dispenser within a year. Same here, just had LG fridge less than two years old and they replaced the compressor with newer technology. Washing Machine Rusting. I finally just said We are DONE here, you can leave my house now! Bought my machine in 2015. Rust plugs up the small slits that allow the bleach to seep into the tub area. We started to get spots on our white clothes. Clothing & linens ruined. such links, we may receive a commission, but it will not result in any additional charges to you. Black Refrigerator Touch-up Paint: Part # TUP-3796BK What can be done to get a replacement? I cant get my clothes clean because it is spraying rust out on my final rinse. Has 10 year warranty metal badge on the front as a selling point. Please add me to the law suit.i was not aware of this class suit until now. They are ruining clothes and very evident if they are white. I have had rush from the dispenser for over 4 years. Such a good working, good size machine for me and its got this paint bubbling rust coming out on top. I just found this article bc I cut my hand really bad on a rusty part of my washer this morning and I was looking how to prevent needing a tetanus my washer is somehow rusted inside where I was taking my laundry out and its not even 5 years old. Unfortunately the tops do not fit properly and the repairman scratched the front housing all the way down to the metal. Thank you. I am experiencing tears and holes in my clothing, just dont know what to do about it. My LG washing machine started rusting about 2years after l purchased it. I just purchased a new set. Mine has rusted so bad its going to rust through pretty soon. Plaintiffs argue that LG should have foreseen that washer tops, which are subject to wet, humid conditions, may be more prone to rusting. But nowhere do LG address the space that is underneath between the plastic top and the track it is clipped into. The rust has gotten so much worse over the years! They ignore my emails, or say that they cannot help me. This has been happening for years and I believe they were purchased in 2012. We have to buy a new washer because it leaves pieces of rust and other stuff on our laundry. Or LG washer started dusting out 6 months ago. would never but another one. There is no shred of doubt in my mind that LG knew about these issues and didnt fix them. I have a LG washer that started rusting around the top of the bleach dispenser. I have the LG rusty machine too. The dispenser is rarely used but still is rusting out. Had NO idea others were having this same issue. We leave the top open after every use. If cars undercarriages was built like this we would all be in trouble. UPDATE: The LG Washer class action lawsuit was dismissed on June 20, 2019. LG has lost this customer for future appliance purchases. We have pictures. We also have the same issue with our LG washer, purchased from Sears. Our is rusting what a big disappointment, never will I buy any LG products the sad thing is, its only us who are retired that use it. I have the same problem and am extremely disappointed! Today I was cleaning the washer and the whole dispenser part collapsed in my hand and have a big whole all rotted through. Please keep me in mind if you find we have a case. What a waste! We had a basic Maytag washer prior to this high-end LG. Works great except for the rust. Based on all the comments from other customers, Im guessing Ill hear the same story when they call me back (if they call me back). This product is garbage and I also wonder why the class action was dismissed.?! How can we join this lawsuit? I have rust not only around the bleach dispenser but now visible where the top meets the front!! LG customer service is basically worthless, couldnt even find the part number. The rust appears to be spreading although I no longer use the bleach dispenser. Add me to the lawsuit! My parents washer is doing the same thing. My LG washer Bought in 2016 has rusted at the mouth of the bleach dispenser. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Now, so many of us need new machines and we certainly arent going to buy LG ones and arent going to recommend LG to anyone we know. We will put a bead of silicone in the crevasse I would like to join this class as well I purchase my LG washing machine in Saratoga springs NY at Sears 4 years ago and my warranty I purchase at Sears doesnt cover rust Who you ever think that a washing machine would rust ?? I have this problem too.and have tried tub cleaner to rid the residue but it only gets worse. It has ruined numerous clothes of ours. I have same issue with my LG washer; rust build up around the bleach dispenser. My washer is also rusting! Top Class Actions is a legal news source And the screw on the top load so disappointed. I will NEVER buy another LG appliance! Rust THIS IS A MATERIAL DEFECT IN MANUFACTURE. Rust is like cancer and spreads! The first time I pulled the tray out a huge chunk of metal broke off of it. I have rust all over my machine. Even if they sent me a 50% off coupon. Plus warranty. We are having the same problems with our LG washing machine. I have a LG top load washing machine. How do I join the class action? Please include me this is horrible I have chunks of rusted pieces breaking into my wash loads. During my communications with LG they blame Clorox spills. Have to replace now because my clothes are spotted with rust stains all over. The washer itself is a fantastic unit. What a shame. settlement administrator or your attorney for any updates regarding These washers should be built for everyday water and bleach use. I was just checking to see if this is cover under warranty but the warranty has expire. My washer has lots of rust!! I first noticed it around the top ring about the tub, an dafter seeing a tv news report on the LG washers bleach dispenser, I pulled the plastic dispenser out and it is starting to rust under the plastic dispenser also. Shipping bolts. People laugh at me when I wear my shirts and other clothes that I somehow still have since I was in high school. I bought the washer and dryer in July of 2018. We paid top dollar for this set when purchased. LG has the very worst customer service I have ever encountered. By doing research and seeing the exact same complaints here, it is completely obvious this is a well known faulty design issue in which LG is REFUSING to acknowledge or accept responsibility for! They were no help whatsoever. The area around the bleach dispenser has been rusting for years. I have been back to the store to see about taking the top assembly off the washer as it is almost rusted away and difficult to use. Im experiencing the same thing. asks from Mount Laurel, NJ on February 23, 2015 9 answers. Now I see rust on the corner of the inside. The rust is also showing up around the top back rim of the lid. The only way to stops these crooks is to hit them in their pocket books and not ours. It is falling into my machine and causing stains on my clothes. We swap tops out when the rust starts again. A Alkemyst Premium Member I have same rust problem around bleach dispenser. These are expensive machines. NOT SO!!!! Weve had our LG washer for 12 years and its deposited rust stains on clothing, most of the top area is rusted, especially around the soap and softener dispenser, we have bits of rust flaking off into the utility tub when it drains, and now some rubber type stuff is flaking off in small bits all over everything. How do I get in on the class action lawsuit? Top Class Actions will let our viewers know if we learn of any new class actions involving LG. Same. Your email address will not be published. Same rusting and rotting of the top of an LG top load washer, model WT5101HV. The bleach dispenser is a plastic insert which fits into the metal top of the washer. Whats wrong with this company? Also, have taken photos of rust corrosion for documentation. Which I NEVER use. I WILL PUSH FOR A NEW ONE BUT DOUBT IT. Company does not always pay the repair company for labor. This describes my nightmare with the LG washer. I called as it was still under warranty. It is rusting where the spray comes out on the final rinse. I have the same problem with rust, is there a recall ? Contacted LG in regard to my washer purchased in 2011 or 2012. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Top Class Actions is a Proud Member of the American Bar Association, Various Trademarks held by their respective owners. Their customer service told me they would do something about this and never bothered to call back. Its poorly designed, thus LG error.. They need to be held accountable. I didnt know I was supposed to get a tetanus shot to own this washer. This is clearly a manufacture defect. let me know if they reopen the case, Rush on our LG washing machine too! Im very disappointed in the quality of this LG washer. (they are on their second call action suit for refrigerators). Bought our pair in 2012. The LG washing machine class action also argues that the defect is due to poor material choices and manufacturing, so no amount of customer care could have prevented rusting. The company was founded in Yeonji-dong, Busan, South Korea and the current CEO is Kwon Bong-seok (Mar 26, 2020). She said they can deny it. Now the rust is spreading. Add me to your lawsuit please. Can i still join in on the suit. The rust spread all around, and as it. I have the same problem with my washing machine but my dryer is messed up as well. I wish I could the post the photos. LG I want my money back. John A . Was told on my last conversation that the issue was being escalated and someone would call me back within 3-5 business days. Please add me to the class action suit if there is one on this issue. As for me i am not going to give up calling them and Lawyers i am sure don,t want to waste their time cause they feel like its not enough money in it for them!!! In 2006, LG overstated energy efficiency on five of its air conditioner models and was again required to offer consumers rebates to cover the extra energy costs. Im willing to stop using the bleach compartment to stop the rust from returning or growing. Same rust issue as others having started at the bleach dispenser and rust spreading underneath the top of the washer. Recall Date: December 18, 2012 Units: About 457,000 Consumer Contact For LG; toll-free at (855) 400-4639, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT Saturday, or online at www.lg.com/us and click on Public Notices. I try wiping it down every time I use it, Cleaning it, but rust still keeps coming out. So, I started being very careful. Just noticed th rust issue on my washer also LG. It started rusting within only a few months. Hi, thank you for replying to my question. We were just thinking of trying to do something about all the rust around bleach dispenser. I am having the same issue with rust around the bleach dispenser. May make a few calls. I also will never buy from them again if they dont come out and fix mine. Rust all around the bleach dispenser and underneath it. May I please have the information on whom I should contact? We bought ours in 2017 I think and I just was doing laundry and noticed a chunk of rust as well as rust drip-stains in the fabric softener dispenser. We still fall under the 10 year warranty that the manufacturer offers, yet, my mom attempted to call and the representative had mentioned that she had to partner up with the location where she purchased the product from. Purchased our LG Washer in 2017 and it started rusting in 2021. Im having the same problems as others have mentioned. Disgusting for a premium washing machine. All around the bleach tray has rusted and the white paint is chipping off. I heard about the lawsuit, how can I become a part of this? I happened to look up info about LG washer and rust and found these comments. I have never had a problem like this ever before, and I think is a product defect . On top of that Ive ruined a lot of expensive clothing using my 2017 LG top loader washer. How can they keep telling people that when they have so many complaints of the exact same thing? From Texas. I will NEVER buy another LG anything! Ours is not only rusted out where the bleach goes in (which we have not used in years because of this), but is also rusted out around the water dispenser where it fills the washer. LG wanted to schedule a technician to come out for inspection and give me an estimate for repair. Please add me if there is another class-action as there really should be a complete replacement. Is there anything i can do to get involved in this suit? Is there any repair that can be done to seal rust area? Horrible customer service. Is there no recourse? Waste of my money. Same issue plus rust at hinge area. I purchased an extended warranty costing a fortune, this manufacturers defect, LG will not cover. It is disgusting. Am waiting to hear back from them. Will need to buy another washer machine. LG should reimburse or provide a repair for something like this IMMEDIATELY! Since there is nothing the consumer could or should do to prevent this, it certainly appears to be a product defect. The rusting began a couple years after buying it. Contact Us: 800-638-2772 (TTY 800-638-8270), Toll Free Consumer Hotline | Time: 8 a.m. - 5.30. p.m. One minor injury has been reported. Inside is rusted out! Really!? Customer service directed me to their parts department. Where can I find status? Its clearly failing and such a shame it has not lasted long at all. We also are have the same major rust problem with our LG wave force. This machine has been staining my whites forever. I never use Clorox bleach or clothes softeners. After reading this I am now in disbelief. This recall involves 34 models of Samsung top-load washing machines. Not the consumers.we bought ours in 2012. I I have the same rusting problem I bought my washer in 2012 model number WT5001C and it has all the same rusting problems on the top that I can see. New machine coming next week- Maytag. Well now my clothes are getting ruined by rust stains. No warranty and the company didnt care. The bleach dispenser kept breaking chunks into my clothes and then it fell hitting the spinning load then it broke through completely. We are having the same problem. Its now dropping into my clothes while being washed. It seems we cant resolve the problem so we have done our best to cope with it. I rarely used liquid bleach because I prefer OxiClean in powder form more so. I am also having this issue. Purchased my LG washer in 2014 for $845 because I wanted a top of the line washer that would last. Is there anything we can do to make LG responsible. I called again, and Please help. And funny thing is I dont even use the bleach dispenser except when using it for tub cleaning. How can I be a part of this class action????? Im sure it started earlier, but hadnt grown out beyond the bleach dispenser until the 3rd year. It was black! All my white sheets ruined with rust spots. I have the same issues for quite a long time now myself. Does anyone know what happened to this class action lawsuit? Heres some facts. Costco is having me go through a insurance company for this matter. This is exactly what has happened to me!! Is there lawsuit action or will the company do anything? My top loading washing machine started rusting about a year ago. I have the same rust problem and would like to join the class action. We paid 899 for the washer & 899 for the dryer. Ive never used bleach compartment. Click Change Settings if you want to tailor the use of your cookies. This is a defect in craftsmanship. My LG washer is also rusting around the bleach dispenser. it has now been a year and just notice the bottom has sever amount of rust all over it and it does not come off. I am writing as there are often posts here about purchasing various brands of appliances and I wanted to share my noncustomer service experience with Sears and LG. Never saw a machine rust like this, its so obvious that the metal wasnt painted underneath or coated underneath and thats the problem. I have a similar issue rust under and along the soap dispensers. DO NOT BUY LG TEY WILL LEAVE YOU HOLDING THE BAG!!!1. Here I am 3 years later with the same issue. to no avail. I called Customer Service to find out that there is not a local LG authorized dealer, inspite of the fact that I got their name from the LG website. Same problem, same complaint, same RUST, same LG response: improper use, improper care, using bleach (come on, isnt that what it is for?? i also have the same problem how do i join in the class action. And to say that its the owners fault for not drying out the bleach cup area properly is ridiculous! How do I join this class? I put nothing in the dispenser yet it fills with water. It has just gotten worse over the past year. HI EVERYONE I HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. I am because it is time for the consumers to see how these companies blame the consumer for their cheap products that were used. I will never buy another LG product again. Rust developed within about a year. How can I join this? Ive called customrr service numerous times and either they dont understand English or they plead the fifth. I purchased my washer & dryer in 2015 from Lowes. BUT THE DISPENSER BIN BARLEY SITS IN ANYMORE DUE TO RUST. Surely a washing machine should last more than 5 years? It also drains out sometmes before I start the wash cycle. Warm the disconnected water supply hose in warm water below 50C. About 2 years later we started noticing the exterior finish around the bleach dispenser bubbling and then it started to the finish started to peel. Wikipedi Id also like to participate in the class action suit. My LG washer started rusting at the bleach compartment which I have never used and now it has spread around the rim and onto the detergent dispenser. I am now into the 3rd hour since going at it with my dremel because no matter how much I sprayed air, suctioned with the shop vac, etc, there continued to be huge flakes of rust and literal piles of fine rust dust all around the top of the basket. I have had the same problem and its getting worse. It is not right that the company should be able to dismiss a claim as consumer error when the same thing is happening in different households around the country that is NOT consumer error, that is a faulty machine (a defect from the company something that a company that stands by their name would take care of!!). All I want is the Top Mount of the washer replaced, which doesnt even involve NEW ELECTRONICS!!! When I contacted the warranty company I was told that it only covered mechanical issues. Our new LG washer (WT 7150CW, 8/9/2022) appears to be designed to limit operational control on the amount of water it can use in the washing and rinse cycles, so much so that our clothes. Im with you. I wrote a review and it was rejected because I spoke the truth. You can change these settings at any time. Some rust has gotten into machine and stained clothes. My LG top load has rusted around the bleach compartment. Other Reasons for LG Washer shaking or vibrating includes: Broken Suspension Rings. I too have a rusty LG top loader. Rusty flakes are getting bigger, size of dime almost. My LG is so rusted around the bleach dispenser that I no longer use it. So dissatisfied. Should we get under the car and wipe the excess water!? I fear my machine will rust out before the rest of the machine wears out!!! View Complete Recall Details. Samsung models similar to the LG are having the same rusting. Also didnt know about the Class Action Suite. It is shameful that the class action was dismissed! I SIGNED UP FOR CLASS ACTION SUIT BUT IN REALITY THAT MAY OR MAY NOT EVER HAPPEN. I just spoke to LG after contacting Home Depot. I have the same problem it started about three years after buying it late 2012 and continue to be an issue with ruining clothes that it was washing and now it sounds like its going to fall apart same thing that happened when it was delivered trying to wash clothes it sounded like it was going to blow up my mother had a washing machine for 25 years and it was still good this LG product was supposed to be the best at the time and we paid a lot of money for it and I had never had a new washer before now I can trust all over my clothes and they hardly get washed correctly you have to wash twice in order for them to be clean I dont think this class action should have been dropped this is a big problem still. I called Lg to report this and they ignored me and asked for pictures of the clothing I had baskets of high end expensive items that should have been perfectly fine! I thought it was strange but since it was past the 1 year warranty, I didnt call. I cannot believe they would continue to sell this same machine with a clear conscience. i just purchase this Duowasher at costco thinking it was awesome to have a lower washer for small loads of laundry. I also have this problem. Piece of utter JUNK. LG gave undertakings to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to provide appropriate corrective notices and upgrade and maintain its trade practices compliance program. This machine is a huge disappointment! At first, I blamed myself thinking I must be letting bleach drip around the edges. Called lg and they said since it wasnt still under they wouldnt be able to help. Any advise is appreciated. It is rusting around the bleach dispenser and the bottom of the top of the bowl. Shop by Popular LG Washing Machine Models. Now, about 5 to 7 years ago, the top load washer bleach dispenser began rusting and continued to rust to this present day. Who can I contact to have this issue properly corrected. We owned an LG french door refrigerator and if it wasnt for Costco where we bought it, LG would have never covered it. Crappy material they used!!! I am having the same issue. My LG washer is starting to rust right side of bleach dispenser. I purchased a home and the LG washer was included. i have been through All of their little scenarios!!! Santa Barbara. My machine also started rusting at the bleach dispenser and is now rusting all around the top of the machine. Consumer Reports had this pair as their top pick for that year which is why we bought them. LG is still top rated by Consumer Reports, but appears to be the front loaders. I will never buy another LG. How do I join the class action? Can someone reply to me or make a comment here about what is happening for this situation? He griped about if he has to fix it, the entire top needs to be removed, yada yada yada. I called LG and he essentially discounted the rust issue. Top Class Actionss website and social media posts use affiliate links. No rust is taking over the lid. These things just seem to disintegrate before your eyes. AND I DONT SPILL ANY THING ON IT I WIPE IT DOWN AFTER EVERY WASH. My GE Profile HE washing machine has this problem, too. your claim status, claim form or questions about when payments are Please get back to me so I can proceed. Never will buy anything from LG. Why dont they stand behind their product? Horrible! Fortunately, the warranty service has been wonderful and worth every penny weve paid for it since buying this home in 2012. We were supposed to have a 10yr warranty on the machine. I was going to reorder the parts to rebuild the top end (cheaper than buying a new machine) but to top cover has been discontinued. Our Kenmore was 10 years old and still going when we got our LG. This is the definition of a defective product. Im going to dump mine from a two story building. This machine always needs the balance cables replaced. Clearly, the added mess or extra cleaning process defeats the purpose of any washing machine, let alone LG, and extremely disappointing. Good bye LG. My washer has been rusting around where the bleach goes in. Is there anything that can be done to stop the rust. This is such an easy fix and I just dont understand why the higher ups at LG cant see it (a multi-million dollar company with such an easy fix??). What does it mean that it was dismissed? I have called the corporate office and they hang up on me several timeswhat ever happened to the honor of providing good quality products. Ive taken multiple photos and will say a little prayer before submitting them to our home warranty service for a replacement of the top. I always bought Sears washers in the past (Whirlpool) and never had this problem. We figured buying top of the line would mean it would last us many years!!!! That got me nowhere. My LG washing machine has rusted around the top of the tub in addition to the bleach dispenser area. For the price I spent on this washer, I am floored that this is happening. I too, have an LG washer, Inverter, Direct Drive, purchased perhaps 5-6 years ago @ Home Depot. Also, rust is like a disease. I would like to join this lawsuit as well. useless!!!! Ruining close and now is starting to make a hole all the way through. Not sure what to do next. It is now seriously rusted, not just surface rust. Were having the same problem. I purchased product in 2018, started rusting in the first six months of use. Date of purchase was April 2018. Nonetheless, we hope someone (potential buyer beware!) I also called LG and they stated I must not have cared for it properly which is absolutely untrue. I would like to be a part of the class suit, but I dont find any direction on how to do so. This is a new machine I purchased and started using in 2015. I had a kenmore for 20 years plus and no rust. We were given the warranty companies information due to having a 4 year warranty and were told from them that they only cover if machine is not operable or leaking. You cant get the rust marks out! Ive had to make cleaning cloths out of some of my best towels. Looking to resolve this ASAP, I am having the same issue of rust around the bleach insert and rust spots showing up on our clothes!! Also, the judge that dismissed it I hope they are no longer sitting as a judge. Although we stopped using the beach dispenser, the problem continues to grow. Do yourself a favor and not deal with aggravation because they dont use the right material in a washer to stop this rusting !! The screw on the lid rust also!! LG said the issue was not covered but agreed to send a repairman to replace. They both look horrible!! Im seeing some of my clothing with straight cuts in fabric and feel the rust is falling into the machine and cutting my clothes. The same thing has happened to my LG that I bought in 2015. For tough spots, let the paste sit for 15-30 minutes before scrubbing it off. I have been taking my clothes to family & friends homes. I never use bleach and my lid is completely rusted in the hinge area where there is no way I can dry off excess water. Please add me as well. Not just bleach dispenser. I had rust before I even had my washer paid for. The rust started around the detergent dispenser, jet spray, bleach dispenser and around the rim. Yes, this means for over 6 months we had refrigeration except for our 2nd fridge in the basement. Same problem, the rust is so bad now, 5-6 years later. I have the same problem with rust around the lip of the washer. Washer is a little over three years old. The cost was $749.95 not including tax, so not an inexpensive machine.. During the first or second year, the top began to rust around the bleach dispenser. LG will not take accountability for poorly designed product. On this page, Lowe's posts links to product-recall announcements from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and other federal agencies, going back several years, in which Lowe's was a retailer of the recalled product. TB Now I call & they tell me that there is no history of my complaint. To start, this machine does not even clean our clothes AND the rust that has developed around the bleach dispenser is ridiculous! Please let me know if there is another class action lawsuit. It has already chewed holes in the metal. We bought our LG washer in 2015 and we have this same issue with rusting under and around the plastic bleach insert. Im having the same issues with my LG top loader. After reading this I went upstairs and sure enough right where the bleach goes in is the worst area. LG actually came to my home to look at the washer and claimed it to be cosmetic. Our LG top loading washer started to rust around the bleach dispenser within the first year of owning it. Over the years is has gotten worse and I am now looking to purchase a new one. Bought it because supposed to be high-end washer and a reliable company. 256K views 9 years ago LG has issued a recall for over 457,000 of their top loading washers. I find this totally unacceptable for a machine in this price range. I would be willing to join a class action lawsuit. We have be finding rust spots on our clothing especially lighter loads. How disappointing!
Twin Flame Chakra Connection,
Lynette Hawkins Stephens Bio,
Duncan Arizona Sundown Town,
Disappointment Blvd Script Pdf,
Who Sang God Is Trying To Tell You Something,
Articles L