Washer Door Sagging or Won’t Stay Closed? Door Hinge W10118967 – Fix It Fast

A worn or broken door hinge is the most common reason a front-load washer door sags, won’t latch, or pulls away from the frame. In most Whirlpool and Maytag front-load washers, the door hinge bears the full weight of the door on every open and close cycle — when it fails, the door drops out of alignment, the latch misses the strike, and the washer refuses to start. ⚡ Common wear-out failure in Whirlpool-built front-load washers. Part W10118967 is the genuine OEM replacement hinge that restores proper door alignment and a secure latch immediately.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Your washer powers on and all controls function normally
• ✔ The door latch, strike, and door lock assembly are intact and undamaged
• ✔ The door glass and outer panel are in good condition
• ✔ Your model is a Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, or Kenmore front-load washer
• ✔ ONLY problem is the door sagging, dropping, or failing to align with the latch

Not sure? Send us your model number — we’ll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Washer door sags visibly when open — bottom of door drops away from frame
• Door won’t latch or click shut on the first try
• Washer displays a door lock error and won’t start a cycle
• Door feels loose or wobbly when opened and closed
• Error codes F5, E1, or door-lock fault codes on the display panel
• Visible cracking, bending, or separation at the hinge mounting point

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.

✔ In most cases, replacing this door hinge restores proper door alignment and latch function immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: W10118967
• Type: Front-Load Washer Door Hinge Assembly
• Replaces: OEM direct-fit hinge assembly — supersedes W10118966, W10250160, W10250161 (no modification required)
• Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kenmore

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: Easy — 15–25 minutes. Disconnect power before beginning. Open the door fully and support it while removing the two or three hinge mounting screws from the front panel. Lift the door free, swap the hinge, and remount in reverse order. Check door alignment before tightening screws fully — adjust up or down as needed so the latch engages cleanly, then torque screws snug.

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with select Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, and Kenmore front-load washer models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

💡 Pro Tip

See all parts, cross-references, and model compatibility: W10118967 Part Hub, W10118966, W10250160, W10250161