Customer Questions and Answers for Door Strike by Whirlpool

The Door Strike is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool front-loading washing machines. It is the metal component integrated into the washer cabinet that securely receives and holds the washing machine door shut during cycles. 

Causes of a bad door strike can include normal wear over time. Excessive force on the door or damage to strike mechanics may compromise its integrity.

Symptoms of a failed door strike include:

• Gapping at the door seam permitting water leaks and reduced cleaning 
• Inability to fully latch closed for safety-certified operation
• Loose motion, impact damage, or misaligned connecting pieces  
• Recurring errors involving the door lock mechanism

This is the male piece to the door latch assembly on a front load washer. For the door latch assembly order WP8182634.

This OEM Whirlpool replacement part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore front-load washers.