Is LG reliable?

Yes, LG as an appliance brand is considered reliable overall, particularly for laundry and refrigeration after recent improvements, though reliability varies by category. In washers and dryers, LG is consistently ranked the most reliable mainstream brand by Yale Appliance service data, with first-year service call rates of only 4 to 7 percent for front-load washers and 4 to 6 percent for dryers, well below the industry average of 10 to 15 percent. This is due to its inverter direct-drive motor technology that eliminates belts and reduces vibration and wear. In dishwashers, LG is also above average with service rates around 7 to 9 percent and Excellent cleaning scores for QuadWash models. In refrigerators, LG had well-publicized issues with linear compressor failures in French door models from 2014 to 2019 that led to class action settlements, but since redesigning the compressor and extending warranty to 5 years, reliability has improved significantly and newer models score Very Good. In ovens and ranges, LG is considered average to above average, with some models having higher control board failure rates than Bosch or GE, but still acceptable. Overall, LG offers a 1-year full warranty plus 10-year motor limited warranties on many products, strong energy efficiency, and innovative features like ThinQ smart control. Like all brands, proper installation and maintenance are key to reliability.