Parts for Kenmore 208.8778180 (2088778180, 208 8778180): Other Parts

The Basket Drive is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool washers. The basket drive is responsible for rotating the wash basket during the cycle. 

Common causes of a bad basket drive include regular wear and tear, mechanical failures, or damage from overloading the washer. These issues can prevent the washer drum from spinning or agitating properly.

Symptoms of a bad basket drive can include:

• The washer fails to agitate or spin clothes properly 
• Strange noises are heard coming from the drive area
• The basket no longer rotates smoothly
• Excessive vibration is noticed 

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