Dishwasher Lower Rack Broken or Rusted? Rack Assembly 5304535768 – Fix It Fast
When a dishwasher lower rack collapses, loses its tines, or develops rust that stains dishes, the entire rack assembly needs to be replaced. In most Frigidaire and Electrolux dishwashers, the lower rack holds plates, pots, and large items while allowing water to circulate freely — when the rack degrades, dishes shift during the cycle, block the spray arm, and come out dirty or damaged. ⚡ Common wear item in Frigidaire-built dishwashers after 5–10 years of use. Part 5304535768 is the OEM-spec grey lower rack assembly that restores proper dish loading and full wash performance immediately.
❓ Is This the Right Part?
This is the correct fix if ANY of the following are true:
- ✔ Lower rack tines are broken, bent, or missing
- ✔ Rack coating is chipped and rust is staining dishes or the tub
- ✔ Rack wheels or glides are broken and the rack won't slide smoothly
- ✔ Rack has collapsed or warped and dishes tip over during the cycle
- ✔ Spray arm is being blocked by a deformed rack
Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.
🔧 Common Symptoms
- Dishes coming out dirty — rack blocking spray arm rotation
- Rust stains on dishes or inside the dishwasher tub
- Tines broken or missing — dishes fall over mid-cycle
- Rack won't slide in or out smoothly — wheels broken or missing
- Rack coating peeling and flaking into the wash water
- Rack visibly warped or collapsed on one side
✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.
✔ In most cases, replacing this lower rack assembly restores full dishwasher performance immediately.
📦 Part Details
- Part Number: 5304535768
- Type: Dishwasher Lower Rack Assembly — Grey, complete with tines and glide rails
- Replaces: OEM direct-fit lower rack — supersedes 154207803, 154207804, 154207905, 154207906, 154207907, 154224902, 154308304, 154308305, 154308306, 154319604, 154319706, 154319708, 154320901, 154320902, 154320903, 154320904, 154320905, 154320906, 154321001, 154321002, 154425502, 154432602, 154432603, 154866702, 5304535252, 808602302, 808602303 (no modification required)
- Brands: Frigidaire, Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, White-Westinghouse
While the rack is out, inspect the lower spray arm and its bearing for cracks or blockages — a broken spray arm is often the root cause of poor wash results that gets blamed on the rack. Replace the spray arm at the same time if it wobbles, has cracked nozzles, or doesn't spin freely.
⚙️ Installation
Skill Level: EASY — 5–10 minutes. No tools required and no power disconnect needed for this repair. Slide the old rack out of the dishwasher on its glide rails, then slide the new rack in until it seats fully on both rails. Confirm the rack rolls smoothly and the spray arm beneath it spins freely before running a test cycle.
✓ Compatible Models
This lower rack assembly fits a wide range of Frigidaire and Electrolux dishwashers. Contact us with your model number to confirm compatibility before ordering — we'll verify the fit for you.
💡 Pro Tip
If your dishwasher has an adjustable upper rack, the height adjuster clips on the upper rack are a common co-failure — they break and cause the upper rack to drop onto the lower rack, which accelerates tine damage. Replace the adjuster clips at the same time to prevent the new lower rack from being damaged by a sagging upper rack.
✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages
✅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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