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Problems with the LG V20 and how to fix them
June 21, 2025
While there have been a few contenders that have emerged, LG, with theV20, is the one that has taken the most advantage of the Galaxy Note 7-shaped hole that has been left in the market. LG’s second addition to their premium V series features a new metal design that is not only great to look at, but retains the durability of its predecessor, a big beautiful display and improved second screen experience, a feature rich camera, and fantastic audio, while still retaining staples like expandable storage and a removable battery as well.
However, as in the case with any current smartphone or tablet, the latest LG flagship is not without its issues. Which is why, we’ve rounded up some of the common problems that have plagued LG V20 owners, and offer potential solutions on how to fix them!
Disclaimer: Not every LG V20 will face these problems, and in fact, it is more than likely that you won’t come across any of these issues at all.
Problem #1 – Battery not charging to 100%
A lot of users have found that their LG V20 tends to not charge up to 100%, and instead, stops at somewhere around the 90-94% mark.
Potential solutions:
Problem #2 – Performance issues
Some users have reported that the V20 tends to randomly freeze or reboot, and they have also come across quite a few instances of lag.
Problem #3 – Problems where picking up a replacement is the only option
There are some problems with the LG V20, particularly related to hardware, that can’t be fixed easily. The only option here is to get the device repaired, or pick up a replacement. Below is a list of such problems –
Problems #4 – Connectivity issues
As is the case with any new device, you may find yourself facing some connectivity issues with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi issues have been found with the LG V20.
Wi-Fi issues
Bluetooth issues
Guides – Soft reset, hard reset, wipe cache partition, hardware control mode
Soft reset
Hard reset
Booting into Safe Mode
Hardware control mode
If the display of the phone is broken or damaged, you can still perform some basic functions using the hardware buttons.
So, there you have it for this small list of problems faced by LG V20 owners, and potential solutions on how to fix them! If you have come across any other issues, do let us know in the comments section below, and we will try our best to find a fix for you. You can also talk about the device more in ourofficial LG V20 forums.
Until then, don’t let these problems deter you from picking up what is still one of the best smartphones of 2016! Particularly if features like fantastic audio, solid camera, expandable storage, and removable battery are important to you, the LG V20 is pretty much the only option that is available in the premium segment.
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