The lawsuit against LG top load washers refers to several class action lawsuits filed in the United States, most notably Bentley et al. v. LG Electronics USA, Inc. and related cases in New Jersey and California around 2020 to 2023. The complaints allege that certain LG high-efficiency top-load washers, including models WT7, WT8, and WT75 series, have a defect that causes excessive vibration, unbalanced loads, and in some cases the washer to move, shake violently, or the top to detach during the spin cycle. Plaintiffs also alleged that the washers fail to properly clean clothes, leave detergent residue, cause excessive tangling, and develop mold and foul odors because the machines do not adequately drain. Another aspect of the suits concerned the advertised TurboWash and SmartDrum features not performing as promised and the machines displaying persistent error codes like uE and UE for unbalanced loads. LG denied the defect claims and the cases were largely settled or consolidated with extended warranty offers and repair programs rather than a recall. LG agreed to provide a free in-home repair, reinforcement kit, or rebate for affected owners. The lawsuits highlight the importance of proper leveling, not overloading, and using HE detergent.
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