Customer Questions and Answers for Auger Drive Shaft by Whirlpool

The Auger Drive Shaft is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This part transfers power from the motor to the ice auger, enabling the movement and dispensing of ice from the ice maker.

Causes of a bad auger drive shaft can include wear and tear from regular use, damage due to overloading or jamming, or corrosion over time.  

Symptoms of a bad Auger Drive Shaft include:

• Ice not dispensing or dispensing slowly
• Grinding or unusual noises when trying to dispense ice
• The auger not rotating or moving as expected
• Ice build-up around the auger mechanism

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