What are the common problems with LG ranges?

Common problems with LG ranges include electronic control failures, heating issues, and safety-related knob problems. The most widely reported issue is front control knobs on gas slide-in models being accidentally turned on by children, pets, or bumping, causing burners to ignite unknowingly, which led to a 2024 voluntary recall for models LSG4511, LSG4513, and LRG4115 with free knob locks and replacement knobs. Second, control board and display failure after self-clean cycles is frequent: the intense 800 to 900 degree heat stresses the main board, display, and thermal fuse, resulting in error codes F9, F11, F19, or blank display, especially if self-clean is used more than 4 to 6 times per year. Third, oven temperature inaccuracy and uneven baking, where oven runs 25 to 50 degrees hotter or colder than set due to temperature sensor drift or ProBake Convection element placement, requiring recalibration through settings. Fourth, oven not heating properly, including gas igniter failure after 5 to 8 years where igniter glows but does not light gas, or electric heating element burnout. Fifth, self-clean door lock not unlocking after cycle, requiring manual reset by turning breaker off. Sixth, touch panel sensitivity issues where controls activate accidentally or fail to respond with wet hands. Seventh, enamel chipping inside oven from dropping heavy pans. Prevent issues by limiting self-clean use, avoiding foil on bottom, and using surge protectors.