How common is a missing LEGO piece?

Q: “How often do LEGO sets come with missing pieces?” The error rate is less than 1 in 1000 sets.

What do you do if a LEGO set is missing pieces?

What if you threw the box or building instruction manual away? Then simply send LEGO’s customer service a message describing the set, as well as the description of the missing piece. After you have entered the 4 to 7 digit set number, LEGO will ask you to choose the missing brick(s).

How does LEGO Make sure no pieces are missing?

Lego takes quality and packaging very seriously and has developed a system of automated machines and scales to identify any missing componets. Lego weighs the bricks in each bag and box to ensure that the right components are present however they usually add a few random small pieces.

Why does LEGO always have extra pieces?

The LEGO company pays much attention to quality of its products and the customer experience. Adding the extra pieces of several small types means that the set is still complete if one of those was missing, or if it was crushed as the bag was sealed.

How do you find lost LEGO pieces?

You can find our most popular bricks in the Pick A Brick section of our LEGO® Shop website. You can search by colour, category, part name, as well as element and design number to find the pieces you want. Through Pick A Brick, you can buy up to 999 pieces of each part.

Why does LEGO give extra pieces?

Do you get extra pieces in LEGO sets?

LEGO sets usually have a number of extra pieces. In most cases they are small bricks, that are easier to lose like 1×1 plates/tiles/studs, cheese slopes, levers/antennas and flower petals.

How long does it take to get Lego pieces back?

I know they answer pretty quickly, but Ive heard people waiting up to 3 weeks for the pieces by mail. If you live close to a Lego Store, you can go in and swap the set for a new one. Damn, I literally live 8 minutes away from a Lego store. Already filed the claim and got in touch with a representative though. Oh well!

Can you get a Lego set with all the pieces missing?

However, in some rare cases, you can get sets with entire bags missing, meaning you’re likely missing hundreds of pieces. In a situation like this, the normal measures we outlined above probably won’t work, as LEGO is a lot more suspicious of people asking for 200 pieces compared to just 2.

How long does it take to make a Lego set?

Product Ideas take a long time to develop, you’ll have to promote your project and only the very best will win the hearts—and votes— of LEGO fans, but the incredible prize of seeing your creation become a real LEGO set makes all that effort worthwhile. As long as it takes! Master-builder level

How long to post product idea on Lego Ideas?

If the LEGO Group introduces a product similar to an idea submitted on LEGO Ideas, you understand and acknowledge that any coincidence is unintentional and release the LEGO Group against any claims of infringement. Your product idea has 60 days from the day you post it to reach at least 100 supporters.

Why do Lego sets come with missing pieces?

LEGO sent the parts without any issues other than time (I live in New Zealand, so shipping stuff here always takes a long time!) I suspect this happened because it was a limited edition set, so there were actual people packing them rather than a machine, which is generally more accurate.

How long does it take to get a response from Lego?

People who bought Lego sets with missing pieces, how long does it take to get a response from Lego & the replacement pieces? People who bought Lego sets with missing pieces, how long does it take to get a response from Lego & the replacement pieces? I just got a small set, 9496 around 200 or so pieces, and am missing 30 pieces.

What to do if your Lego set is broken?

Giving as much detail as possible is recommended so you can be sure they’ll send you the right piece. If you do know the set number, however, it’s as simple as selecting the parts you need from the menu. If you’re going through the “Broken Pieces” support channel, you will also need to explain how the pieces are broken.