TOTALLY DISAPPOINTED! It Started around the Bleach Dispenser Years ago and has spread through out the entire Machine. OUrs rusted also, we called LG a year after purchase. 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. How can we join this lawsuit? My Moms dishwasher is from the 80s and still work great. Now, about 5 to 7 years ago, the top load washer bleach dispenser began rusting and continued to rust to this present day. Please add me to the class action suit. How do I get in on the class action lawsuit? Id hate to think of a family using it twice as much as us. This machine is a huge disappointment! at first i saw the specs and particles and thought my kids just had dirt in their pockets but upon further inspection I realized the whole machine was rusting out and peeling. It has spread half way around. My GE Profile HE washing machine has this problem, too. I happened to look up info about LG washer and rust and found these comments. There is rust around the bleach dispenser but also the tray you pull out to put the detergent in. our LG (life isnt good) washer is also rusting out. I will never buy a LG product again! Weve taken great care to ensure the dispenser is not overfilled and wipe down the top of the machine after every use. I purchased a new LG washer and dryer in 2014. 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??). We are having the same problem. She said they can deny it. The well where this dispenser cap sits into is the first place the erosion starts and it is invisible to the consumer. Wikipedi Same rust issue as others having started at the bleach dispenser and rust spreading underneath the top of the washer. However, I can only wash whites now if I want to risk rust stains that dont come out. It took them over 6 months to finally fit it. This has been rusting for a few years, just decided to call. Our LG top loading washer started to rust around the bleach dispenser within the first year of owning it. My LG waveforce bleach dispenser has rusted out, the rust is now expanding around the inner rim of the washer and when I look past the washing bin, there is rust there too. The company was founded in Yeonji-dong, Busan, South Korea and the current CEO is Kwon Bong-seok (Mar 26, 2020). It started a few years after it was purchased. Rust in Nearly New LG Washer. We are 72 years old and take excellent care of our home and appliances. Do not use bleach due to my sons severe skin condition. I only used bleach every few months and stopped completely over 5 years ago. If no water flows out, soak a towel with hot water and place it around the faucet to warm it for 5 minutes. My LG is so rusted around the bleach dispenser that I no longer use it. What I meant to write I will NOT buy another HE LG washing machine. Add me to the lawsuit! And the screw on the top load so disappointed. Clothes are ruined machine is unable to be used due to condition. Is it too late for us to join the class action? The rust is getting worse and worse! The propensity for rusting on our top loading LG washer is such that we have an extra top for it. This is a design defect. It is outrageous they will not replace these faulty machines. If you do not use the correct materials when you making the machines dont make them!!! NO! After reading this I went upstairs and sure enough right where the bleach goes in is the worst area. Top Class Actionss website and social media posts use affiliate links. Why dont they stand behind their product? Do what is right LG!! I am going to try their suggestion of using citric acid. LG said it was not covered and a maintenance issue on my part. Individual plaintiffs also seek to represent two subclasses for California and Missouri consumers, respectively. WDP3B WDP3N WDP3R WDP3S WDP3W WM0642HW. I have been taking my clothes to family & friends homes. How can I join this? LG asked for pictures, receipt of purchase and model number. My washer started rusting in less than 2 years of purchasing it new. I am having the same problem but never knew the spots on my clothes was a common problem until i googled it..what to do? Same rusting and rotting of the top of an LG top load washer, model WT5101HV. I now have a hole adjacent to the dispenser. I, too, have had this problem, RIGHT AFTER warranty expired. Me too. Please add me to the law suit.i was not aware of this class suit until now. Outrageous lack of quality control. I purchased a home and the LG washer was included. Rust all around the bleach dispenser and underneath it. Rust started within 3 years. When I said I needed to talk to my husband first, they encouraged my to pay the Technician saying I could get a refund if I changed my mind. See the comments from many many consumers. We were just thinking of trying to do something about all the rust around bleach dispenser. On my LG WASHER the area around the bleach receptical has rusted and so has the bottom of the washer front. Unfortunate it was dismissed. Both washer and dryer have flakes of white paint coming off ! After opening up washer to get a better look, underneath bleach compartment its completely rusted. Although we stopped using the beach dispenser, the problem continues to grow. Plus warranty. This must be happening a lot as the rust was very bad on clothes. Helped for a few months but rust still there. They were no help whatsoever. Our LG washing machine purchased in 2010 has been one of the best washing machines except for the fact it started rusting within the first couple of years we purchased it. I have since discovered a large area of corrosion on the FRONT of my machine below the top corner where the bleach dispenser is. My LG washer has a rust problem in the bleach dispenser area as well. Not the consumers.we bought ours in 2012. Lost me as a customer for life, and I will be sure to share my experience with my friends and family! I have to be careful not to cut myself on the rusted metal. At first, I blamed myself thinking I must be letting bleach drip around the edges. Add my name I have picture after less than a year, rust and clothes stains. Learn More. I DO NOT recommend LG appliance. I contacted LG directly to replace the top. Now we have water running out on the floor where the rust made the bottom ruin. Mine too! Definitely some sort of defect. Add us to your lawsuit. 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. It is now seriously rusted, not just surface rust. Im experiencing the same thing. I will NEVER by another LG, ever. Ditto on the terrible rusting. LG wanted to schedule a technician to come out for inspection and give me an estimate for repair. Product Information. BUT THE DISPENSER BIN BARLEY SITS IN ANYMORE DUE TO RUST. UPDATE: The LG Washer class action lawsuit was dismissed on June 20, 2019. Rust all around bleach dispenser. Is there a diy to remove the rust? Please include me this is horrible I have chunks of rusted pieces breaking into my wash loads. I have tried contacting L.G. I bought my pair in 2012 and the top around the bleach dispenser rusted within 2 years. I too felt I bought top of the line washer and dryer. Seems very poorly made, as before we had another brand with no issues at all for 20+years. 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. Our washer is just rusted, it is perforated through the top. That only lasted a few months before the rust started coming through. I have the same issue. These are expensive machines. ), strictly a cosmetic issue NOT covered by warranty. i have been through All of their little scenarios!!! Starting to look for a new washer. If anyone has a suggestion or learn something more about a law suit please share. I have the same issue about the top load washer rusting around the top and ruining my clothes. We have only had the machine for about 4 years. Now August, 2019 rust has spread and now chipping off into tub. Terrible. On the left side of the washer where the Bleach Fill/Drain is located, it has rusted completely out to the point that rusted metal pieces are building up around the drum and some getting into the laundry. Never ever buying any LG products again. Bunch of Crooks!! I have a similar issue rust under and along the soap dispensers. Bought our pair in 2012. Im in search for a new washer, and LE is still on the top of the buys list.. I can see the rust has spread. I take it none of the problems that were having is listed in the warranty? Same rust problem around the bleach dispenser within one year. Most of our loads use an oxy clean non cholorine bleach. Pieces of metal have come off and stained clothing. 02:04. . This started when the machine was only 3 years old, and is flaking off badly now. It may be possible to clean this and then apply touch-up paint to the scratch for future rusting. The rust appears to be spreading although I no longer use the bleach dispenser. Please add me as well. I feel like I am going to have to replace my washer before it quits working just because of the rust! I was routed to call center where I spoke to a Dan (who was located in INDIA), so L.G. that I havent thrown I wont purchase another LG washer. Thankfully Ive had no clothing ruined since I caught this in time but now Im afraid to wash anything! I cant believe the class suit was rejected! Smith filed the class action lawsuit following LG's recall of approximately 457,000 washing machines in December 2012. A few years in I noticed the rusting in the same bleach area that everyone else, is mentioning. Bought our LG Washing Machine Model WT4870C in June 2013. He and I went back and forth for 30 minutes about the COLOR! Is there lawsuit action or will the company do anything? Company does not always pay the repair company for labor. I find using a very mild laundry detergent (I use Earth Breeze) helps and it seems hot water makes it worse. Same problem but rust is on top around glass edging. Please contact me if any other action is taken. Please help. I would like in on this class action i have the same issue and lg refuses to admit there is a problem i just had to buy a new top for my washer. We were supposed to have a 10yr warranty on the machine. I will NEVER buy another thing made by LG. How can so many people be misusing the washing machine in the same way??? Total rip-off for the price we paid. Despite manufacturing a defective product, LG representatives allegedly deny the issue and place the blame on consumers. Or have you had any results getting LG to replace the tops? Same issue with rust around bleach dispenser and around other parts inside the washing machine, the dispenser area has rusted and began falling apart into the washer and around the tub, never seen a this is my life before. I have done every thing I know to stop it. This dispenser top is not meant to be removed- the holding clips break easily. I have the same exact problem with rust and the bleach cup and my towels and clothes getting ruined! Having the same problems as noted in this article. Mistakes happen but its time they own up. My washer also has the rust issue and I want to join the lawsuit. The judge who dismissed the class action was probably paid off by this corporate giant. Nor are we likely to buy any other LG products based on how the company has treated us with this particular product it doesnt take a lot to win consumers, but it also doesnt take a lot to lose them either!!! We have replaced the top through Home Depot where it was purchased, only to have it reoccur. This is the same place where the water comes out for rinse cycles. You will be purchasing a new one in few years because its rusted!! 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). Other parts inside are slowly dusting. There is no shred of doubt in my mind that LG knew about these issues and didnt fix them. Once it starts on the metal, you have to get all if it because if you dont clear it all out down to bare metal it will continue. Rust is getting on the clothes. I was so afraid the rust was due to our water but now Im thinking that LG is just terrible. I have the same problem and am extremely disappointed! Please read my reply to the other customers complaint about this issue as a matter of fact i am on the phone with them as i am typing this they are not claiming responsibility for this issue so contact the BBB Where you live and post pictures on the site where you purchased as well as LG Website so other buyers will know not to purchase their product hit them where it hurts in their pocket or maybe if enough people complain to the BBB and star posting your pictures to their website because they feel like they are a big company and nobody cant touch them!! The bleach dispenser kept breaking chunks into my clothes and then it fell hitting the spinning load then it broke through completely. My LG washer Bought in 2016 has rusted at the mouth of the bleach dispenser. I have the same issues for quite a long time now myself. 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. I will never buy another LG. We bought our LG top loading washer in 2010 and have the exact same problem. Extremely unsatisified with this purchase. I have rust on my lid and on my bleach bin. What do i do here ,the machine was purchased in 2012 at best buy ,so!!!!?? Washer is a little over three years old. We have had many color items of clothing ruined because of this issue. Electronics at 800-243-0000 and they are WORTHLESS (not to mention time consuming.as I was on hold for 30 minutes)!!! drug injury lawsuits and product liability lawsuits. Just noticed th rust issue on my washer also LG. The LG washer rust class action rejects these arguments, maintaining that the defect is more than cosmetic and in fact prevents the appliance from working as intended. So upset. I was in sales for many years, and my companys main goal was customer satisfaction. Thats almost 20 years ago!! Thank you. We have had to throw clothes away, now pieces of rust are coming off and everything smells like mildew!!! At one time or another. Disgusting for a premium washing machine. ! A few days later a bottle of touchup paint showed up in my mailbox! Any advice?? can we join the claim? Will never buy an LG again ? I have the same issue. LG Waveforce Washing Machine Rusting Top Replacement Save $1000 Bugman Vlogs 582 subscribers Subscribe 114 Share 19K views 2 years ago ARTHUR DIY washing machine top replacement due to rusting.

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