Part number DD61-00449A is the genuine OEM door seal holder for compatible Samsung dishwashers. This component clips into the door frame and holds the door gasket firmly in position. When the holder cracks or breaks, the gasket slips out of place and water leaks onto the floor during the wash cycle. Replacing this part is a straightforward repair that restores a watertight door seal.

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages

The DD61-00449A holder is constructed from durable plastic and snaps directly into the door frame channel. It is a direct OEM drop-in replacement — no tools or modifications required. The door gasket seats into the holder channel once the holder is clipped into place.

✓ Common Symptoms Fixed

Water leaking from dishwasher door · Door gasket falling out or not staying in place · Water pooling on floor during wash cycle · Visible crack or break in the door frame seal channel

✓ Key Features & Specifications

OEM Part Number: DD61-00449A
Brand: Samsung
Part Type: Door Seal Holder (Door Gasket Retainer)
Material: Plastic — direct clip-in fit
Compatibility: Select Samsung dishwasher models
Installation: No tools required — clip-in replacement

✓ Buying Options

OEM (Genuine Samsung): The exact factory part manufactured to original specifications. Guaranteed fit and full part lifespan. This is the part Samsung-certified technicians install.

Note: aftermarket replacement parts are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Samsung or any OEM manufacturer.

✓ Replacement Part Numbers

DD61-00449A (OEM current)
DD61-00449AXPD (aftermarket cross-reference)

✓ Installation Tips

Disconnect power to the dishwasher before beginning. Open the door fully to access the inner door frame. Remove the old seal holder by unclipping it from the door frame channel — it may require gentle prying if it is cracked in place. Snap the new DD61-00449A holder firmly into the door frame channel until it seats flush. Press the door gasket back into the holder channel, working around the full perimeter of the door. Close the door and run a short rinse cycle to confirm no leaking. Estimated repair time: 15–30 minutes.