Customer Questions and Answers for Strike by Whirlpool

The Door Strike is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. It is responsible for securely latching and locking the washer door shut during operation.

Causes of a bad door strike can include wear and tear over time, damage or bending from repeated use of the door latch, or issues with other interacting locking components like the door latch.

Symptoms of a bad door strike include:

• The washer door not latching or locking fully
• The door popping or releasing unexpectedly during a cycle
• Potential for leaks if the door is not sealing tightly
• Safety hazard if the door cannot be securely fastened

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