W10838574 Refrigerator Door Gasket — A Failed Door Seal Drives Up Your Hydro Bill and Spoils Food Faster Than You Think

A cracked, torn, or compressed refrigerator door gasket breaks the airtight seal your fridge depends on. Warm air infiltrates constantly, forcing the compressor to run overtime, spiking your energy bill, and accelerating food spoilage. The W10838574 is the genuine Whirlpool OEM door gasket that directly replaces W10638676, restoring a factory-tight seal on compatible WRT, MRT, and ART series refrigerators.

• Refrigerator running constantly or cycling more frequently than normal
• Visible condensation or frost forming around the door edges
• Warm spots inside the fridge near the door
• Gasket visibly cracked, torn, compressed flat, or pulling away from the door
• Paper test fails — a sheet of paper slides out easily when door is closed
• Higher than normal hydro bills without explanation

• OEM Part Number: W10838574
• Replaces: W10638676
• Compatible Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana
• Appliance Type: Top-Mount Refrigerator
• Item #5 in diagram
• Condition: New — Genuine OEM

Skill Level: Beginner — no tools required for most models.
Warm the new gasket in warm water or leave it in a warm room for 15–20 minutes before installation — this makes it pliable and easier to seat evenly. Start at the corners and work around the perimeter, pressing the gasket lip firmly into the door channel. Close the door and check the seal with the paper test before finishing. Do not use sharp tools that could nick the new gasket.

Verify your model number before ordering. Contact us if you need help confirming compatibility.

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