Refrigerator Door Not Level or Hinge Clearance Off? Door Hinge Spacer 4387828A – Restore Proper Alignment
If your refrigerator door does not hang level, the hinge area lacks proper clearance, or the door seal is uneven due to a missing or worn hinge spacer, part 4387828A is the correct OEM accessory to restore proper door alignment. In select Whirlpool-built Kenmore refrigerators, the door hinge spacer is a black rubber leveling shim that maintains proper clearance between the refrigerator cabinet and the hinge area. When it is missing, damaged, or worn, the door may not hang level, the hinge may contact the cabinet, or the door seal may not close evenly. ⚡ Verify your complete refrigerator model number before ordering — this accessory is confirmed for four exact Kenmore 106-series models only. Part 4387828A is the genuine Whirlpool Factory Certified Accessory that restores correct hinge clearance and door leveling.
❓ Is This the Right Part?
This is the correct accessory if ALL of the following are true:
- ✔ QUALIFIER 1 — your refrigerator is one of the four exact Kenmore 106-series models listed below
- ✔ QUALIFIER 2 — the hinge spacer is missing, cracked, or worn
- ✔ QUALIFIER 3 — the door hinge and cabinet are otherwise undamaged
- ✔ ONLY issue is improper door clearance, uneven door hang, or missing hinge shim
Not sure? Send us your model number — we’ll confirm before you order.
🔧 Common Symptoms
- Refrigerator door does not hang level — one side sits higher or lower than the other
- Hinge area contacts the cabinet when the door is opened or closed
- Door seal is uneven or does not close flush around the full perimeter
- Hinge spacer is visibly missing, cracked, or deteriorated
✔ If these symptoms match and the hinge spacer is confirmed missing or worn, this is the correct OEM replacement accessory.
📦 Part Details
- Part Number: 4387828A (Whirlpool Factory Certified Accessory)
- Type: Black rubber refrigerator leveling shim and door-hinge spacer — maintains proper clearance between the refrigerator cabinet and hinge area
- Replaces: 4387828, W10833312, 1883066
- Brands: Kenmore (Whirlpool-built 106-series refrigerators — confirm exact model before ordering)
While the hinge area is accessible, inspect the door gasket and hinge pin for wear or damage. A worn door gasket is a common companion issue when a hinge spacer has been missing for an extended period. Replacing a worn gasket at the same time restores a complete door seal and avoids a second service call.
⚙️ Installation
Skill Level: EASY — 5–10 minutes. Disconnect power before servicing if required. Open the refrigerator door to access the hinge area. Position the 4387828A rubber spacer between the cabinet and hinge at the correct location. Confirm the door hangs level and closes flush before completing the installation.
✓ Compatible Models
Confirmed compatible with 10653532300, 10653534300, 10653542300, 10653544300. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.
💡 Pro Tip
Whirlpool markets 4387828A as a broad-family accessory, but independently verified exact fitment is limited to four Kenmore 106-series models. Before ordering, locate the model number label inside your refrigerator (typically on the interior side wall or ceiling) and confirm it matches one of the four verified models. If your model is not listed, contact us with your complete model number and we’ll verify fitment before you buy.
✅Compatibility & Cross Reference
Not sure about your model number? Call 1-877-899-7278 and we’ll help you confirm. All brand names are the property of their respective owners and are used for compatibility reference only.
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