Dishwasher Leaking at the Bottom of the Door? Lower Door Seal WG04A04257 – Stop Leaks Fast

If your GE dishwasher is leaking water onto the floor at the bottom of the door, the lower door seal is the most likely cause. In GE and Hotpoint dishwashers, the lower door seal forms a watertight barrier along the bottom edge of the door — when it cracks, hardens, or pulls away from the channel, water escapes onto the floor during every wash cycle. ⚡ Common failure point in GE dishwashers after 5–10 years of use. Part WG04A04257 is the OEM lower door seal that restores a watertight fit and stops floor leaks immediately.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

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

• ✔ Dishwasher runs and washes normally
• ✔ Water leaks specifically from the bottom edge of the door — not the sides or top
• ✔ Door latch closes and holds securely
• ✔ Door gasket on the sides and top is intact and sealing correctly
• ✔ ONLY problem is water pooling on the floor at the front of the dishwasher during or after a cycle

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

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Water pooling on the floor in front of the dishwasher — most common customer complaint
• Wet floor after every wash cycle, especially at the bottom of the door
• Visible cracking, hardening, or shrinking of the lower door seal
• Seal pulling away from the door channel or sitting unevenly
• Musty smell or water damage under the dishwasher or on the floor
• Leak worsens on heavy wash or sanitize cycles with higher water pressure

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component causing the leak.

✔ In most cases, replacing the lower door seal stops the leak immediately on the first cycle.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: WG04A04257
• Type: Dishwasher Lower Door Seal — Bottom Door Gasket
• Replaces: OEM direct-fit lower door seal — confirm compatibility with your model number before ordering
• Brands: GE, Hotpoint

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: EASY — 15 to 30 minutes. Disconnect power to the dishwasher before beginning. Open the door fully and locate the lower door seal channel along the bottom interior edge of the door. Pull the old seal out of the channel, clean the channel of any residue, and press the new WG04A04257 seal firmly into place along its full length. Close the door and run a short cycle to confirm the leak is resolved. No tools required — the seal presses into the channel by hand.

✓ Compatible Models

Compatible with GE and Hotpoint dishwasher models using the WG04A04257 lower door seal. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.