How long does a LG dryer last?

Dryers typically last 10 to 13 years with normal use and maintenance.

LG DLE6480 dryer

A dryer, sold in Canada and the US. The rating label may show a manufacture date or a supported serial date code. A model introduction date does not establish when your individual unit was built.

How old is my LG DLE6480?

The version ENERGY STAR lists today has been on sale since June 2026. Earlier versions of the DLE6480 may be older.

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DLE6480 details

Listed since: June 2026
Type: Electric Standard Vented
Capacity: 7.3 cu ft
Energy use: 607 kWh a year
Sold in: Canada and the US

Model numbers: DLE6480*. A * stands for one letter or digit, usually the colour or finish.

Source: ENERGY STAR certified product data, 2026-10-08.

Where is the serial number on a LG DLE6480?

On a silver label on the front panel around the drum opening, usually at the top (open the door).

LG’s guide to the model and serial number

How long does it last?

Dryers typically last 10 to 13 years. Clean the lint screen every load and the vent duct every year: lint build-up is a leading cause of dryer fires.

LG DLE6480 parts

Parts that wear out most often:

Drive belt
Heating element
Thermal fuse
Drum rollers
Igniter (gas)
Lint screen

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LG official parts

Recalls

A check on Appliance Age compares this model with Health Canada, U.S. CPSC and U.S. NHTSA recall notices.

Questions

How old is my LG DLE6480?: Check the serial and any printed manufacture date on the rating label. Appliance Age checks supported date formats; the version listed by ENERGY STAR has been sold since June 2026, and earlier versions may be older.
Where is the serial number on a LG DLE6480?: On a silver label on the front panel around the drum opening, usually at the top (open the door).
How long does a LG dryer last?: Dryers typically last 10 to 13 years with normal use and maintenance.

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