Please contact me if any other action is taken. Same issues with my LG, please keep me posted and add to lawsuit. It is spreading through the whole top rim . Please add me to the class action suit. GE had just 62,000 recalls. I couldnt believe it. My top loading washing machine started rusting about a year ago. And funny thing is I dont even use the bleach dispenser except when using it for tub cleaning. Can i still join in on the suit. I have the same issue. Disgusting for a premium washing machine. But if you read my reply to the other Gentlemen you have to hit them where it hurts because they are definitely going to hit you where it hurts in your pocket because you are going to have to pay for the service call and the repair on a machine that lg knows that has been a ongoing problem and as i have stated post pics do different websites about the problem for other buyers will know to stay clear of LG as well as contact your BBB and file a complaint!!! Good luck everyone. Extremely unsatisified with this purchase. I WILL PUSH FOR A NEW ONE BUT DOUBT IT. Terms and Conditions. Please help. We paid too much for this washing machine to be experiencing this type of problem only after 5 years. I would like to join this lawsuit as well. Product Information. Same issue. We do not use the bleach dispenser and we have major rust on our LG. It is falling into my machine and causing stains on my clothes. A repairman came and knew immediately what the issue was and put a new part in. Even if they sent me a 50% off coupon. My husband travels for his business so Im typically left to contend with these sort of issues and did a pretty good job if I may say so myself but I dont think Im quite ready to replace a top on my own. I have the same problem. Rust around my LG top loader. Its now rusted out not only around the dispenser but spread all over the inside top of the lid and down into the drum. What I meant to write I will NOT buy another HE LG washing machine. How do we participate in this class action suit? NOPE! Same problem here. Why is my LG washer rusting? - Garden Center Care LIKE YOU ALL CALLED THEIR 800 AND GOT THE ONE YEAR WARRANTY SPEECH ETC. My husband and I bought my top loader LG washing machine in 2013 and the whole top of the wash machine Around the bleach cup and the detergent cup is rusted out, I would just like mine to be repaired .. Im happy with it it other than the rust issue. I am having the same rust issued on the top of the washer my clothes have been ruined for the last year this is so bad I am afraid to use it anymore! Ive called customrr service numerous times and either they dont understand English or they plead the fifth. NO! I feel its a crap shoot though as quality seems to be a thing of the past. Please add me to the Class Action Suit when it is back on. Samsung recalled the washers in 2016, but consumers sued. Three plaintiffs allege that LG Electronics USA Inc. knowingly sells defective washing machines which rust prematurely. Information contained in service manuals typically includes schematics / circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams, block diagrams, printed wiring boards, exploded . Purchased in NM and I now live in TX. . WOW LG TAKE OWNERSHIP of your manufacturing defect. This is the definition of a defective product. Paint is flaking off too. Ya. Dont buy LG. Contacted LG in regard to my washer purchased in 2011 or 2012. Around the bleach dispenser :(. Is there someone that is responsible to repair this problem? I have called the corporate office and they hang up on me several timeswhat ever happened to the honor of providing good quality products. 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 need to be added to this list. What a shame. I contact? They both look horrible!! This describes my nightmare with the LG washer. 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!!! I purchased a high end LG washing machine. The LG washer class action further claims that instead of properly sealing the washing machine for foreseeable circumstances, LG manufactured the washer tops carelessly and defectively. I am having the same problem with rust around the bleach dispenser with my high end LG washing machine. I have had no other problems and love this one but this shouldnt have happened. This is a design defect. I will never buy a LG product again! Was told on my last conversation that the issue was being escalated and someone would call me back within 3-5 business days. Ruin $1,000s of dollars in sheets towels and bedspreads. I have the same problem as you all. Why dont they stand behind their product? Im am another dissatisfied customer, the metal around the liquid bleach compartment on my LG WT5270CW is rusting out. For information on deleting the cookies, please consult your browsers help function. Santa Barbara. I will check the underside of the cup to see how bad the rust has spread. Other Reasons for LG Washer shaking or vibrating includes: Broken Suspension Rings. I was not aware of a class action suit until just now. I just spoke to LG after contacting Home Depot. Then they blame the consumer. I cannot find the Samsung one to file a claim. 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. This is totally unacceptable. TB My LG is also reusing around the leech dispenser. The LG Washer Premature Rusting Class Action Lawsuit is Acosta, et al. LG said it was not covered and a maintenance issue on my part. I call Best Buy who carries out warranty I told them about the rust issue and they told me to call LG! Im very disappointed in the quality of this LG washer. 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. Asked the tech about it and if it could be fixed and he said it was from us spilling bleach on the paint coating. I have rust on my lid and on my bleach bin. I am very disappointed with this washer. I have the same exact problem. Rust all around the bleach dispenser and underneath it. Or have you had any results getting LG to replace the tops? Ive been in communication with LG over the years sending them pictures and they just say its my fault for not wiping away the bleach. The LG WT7900HBA is part of the Washing Machines test program at Consumer Reports. Same rust issue as other people. All of my clothes have damage. Mine too! even though she is going to say shes not allowed to do that, that is not true they can give their first name and their ID NO.They are highly trained on how to get around your issue and will even lie and say that they will look into the issue and call you back or their going to have to escalate your call to another dept. You can see, in the corners, where the lid closes, that the coating they used is peeling off and exposing the rust. Same issue, purchased washer in 2016, rust all around the rim of the bleach cup. Bought my LG washer is 2016 and thought I must have done something wrong because rust started in bleach dispenser within a year. They replaced the top and now the new top is rusted out. OUrs rusted also, we called LG a year after purchase. Now the whole top is rusting out. I will NEVER purchase an LG product again. We have same problem with our LG model WT4870C. How do I join this class? I spent $1000 on this washer and 7 years later a piece of junk due to excessive rusting! 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. The rust is also showing up around the top back rim of the lid. Outrageous lack of quality control. I can send pictures if needed. I have reached out numerous times with photos. Same rust problem around the bleach dispenser within one year. Do yourself a favor and not deal with aggravation because they dont use the right material in a washer to stop this rusting !! I just saw this class action lawsuit and noticed it was dismissed! 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. Rusting area is all around the top inside rim of tub; worst on both sides of detergent dispenser. How do I join the lawsuit? I wrote a review and it was rejected because I spoke the truth. It seems that my bleach dispenser is OK, but cannot see around it. Samsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Fire Hazard; Software LG, Sears Hit with Defective Washing Machine Class Action Lawsuit Share you leg rust on social media. It has gotten worse and worse. Will NEVER purchase one of their products again. My lg washer is rusted where the bleach goes. I am very disappointed as well since we paid top dollar for a very poor quality appliance. Mine too, its SO BAD. How can this not be due to poor design and/or materials used a class action suit? There is no shred of doubt in my mind that LG knew about these issues and didnt fix them. I called LG and they told me it is out of warranty after a year and is not covered. We have never used the friggin bleach dispenser and its rusting. Needless to say, I would never buy another LG product nor would I ever recommend an LG product to a friend! Rust all along the top inside. LG was aware of the problem and had offered compensation to affected customers. I didnt know I was supposed to get a tetanus shot to own this washer. Our Kenmore was 10 years old and still going when we got our LG. I usually buy LG products and never again will I purchase and stick with Samsung. I have pictures of the clothes damaged. My washer is now completely in operatable because the metal has corroded and the cap no longer fits. RLM20K WD-10271BD WD-11275BD WD-13276BDM WD-90282BD WDP2W. What should we do now? If anyone has a suggestion or learn something more about a law suit please share. This is exactly what has happened to me!! administrator or law firm. This is an ongoing Lg Issue and they know of it and will not fix anyone washer this has been an ongoing issue since 2012 they have just not fixed it because they feel that if you don,t do your homework and research it then thats your job they just want your money i have had two techs come to my home that have said that LG knows of this issue!! This has been rusting for a few years, just decided to call. He griped about if he has to fix it, the entire top needs to be removed, yada yada yada. Thanks- Helped for a few months but rust still there. I dont use bleach. Same problem. When the process adds water the water rises high enough in the fill area to reach the metal top. View Complete Recall Details. While on the phone I came across this thread. I am calling LG today but am not going to be too hopeful. That judge obviously doesnt own an LG washer. I love the machine in every way except I have a terrible problem with rust, its eating the machine away. Im having the same issues. These things just seem to disintegrate before your eyes. I dont use bleach on my clothes or use the dispenser for anything else, so they cant say thats why my machine is rusting. This is definitely a manufacturing defect. I have the same problem with rust around the bleach dispenser. I have rust not only around the bleach dispenser but now visible where the top meets the front!! Now it has rusted all around the dispenser and we also noticed rust forming around the hinges of the lid. The tops are allegedly defective and begin to rust within months or a few years of purchase. What junk! v. LG Electronics USA Inc., Case No. We have the same exact problem with our washer too in Sturbridge, MA. LG WT7900HBA Washing Machine Review - Consumer Reports Has anyone had luck with customer support or having their washer replaced. Washer still works but cup is rusting and putting rust in the wash destroying clothes. NOT SO!!!! I was using vinegar and as soon as I saw the rust I put the vinegar in the tub. The rust falls into my laundry and I have little orange stains everywhere. I have the same rust problem on my washing machine. UE messages even with little laundry and rust on the bleach dispenser I will Never buy a LG anything again because of it. I didnt realize it was destroying clothes . I ran my hand along the bottom of the top and could feel a thick layer of rust and pulled back orange fingers! Please tell me how I can become part of this lawsuit. Top loading LG washer has severe rust around the bleach dispenser area. Put me on the lawsuit. It Started around the Bleach Dispenser Years ago and has spread through out the entire Machine. I hope something is being done to help with this expensive issue. Mine is rusting as well, all around the top of the machine. I believe another class action lawsuit should be presented. It gets better. I would like to participate in the class action suit. We have only had the machine for about 4 years. . Today it is much worse there and now in other areas of the Top Cover (part #MCK62185501). I am also having an issue. So disappointed in LG, I dont think I could ever see myself buying their products again, I have permanent rust marks on floor from feet of washer..no water leaking and Im in a rentaltried everything to remove stain, no luck. lg washing machines rust within 3 years if you use detergent or bleach and they refuse to fix it or even honor their warranty. If cars undercarriages was built like this we would all be in trouble. Noticed the rust starting around the bleach dispenser area. Im having the same issue. A few months later there was rust all over my clothing. If anyone can help in any ways please reply. Disconnect the water supply hose from the washing machine, and then open the faucet to see if water flows out. We all cant be having the same issue. As soon as I mentioned the class action lawsuit and the many other people having the same issue, she said she would put in a request to have LG come out to repair it at their cost. We battled about this issue for our washer. Id also like to participate in the class action suit. We are 72 years old and take excellent care of our home and appliances. My good friend has a lg refrigerator the repair crew have fixed on three occasions and finally put in a new compressor. I cannot believe they would continue to sell this same machine with a clear conscience. I how of a washer doing the same. The goober repairman they sent out insisted it was cosmetic and I had chipped it! 1/6/2021 Rust-Oleum Professional Bright Galvanizing Compound Spray 6-Pack (Online Only) . Rust is all through my clothes. How can they keep telling people that when they have so many complaints of the exact same thing? Wikipedi I wish everyone the best of luck with their issue and hope I can get mine resolved quickly. I fear my machine will rust out before the rest of the machine wears out!!! Bought my LG washer in October 2019.