DRYER DOOR WILL NOT STAY CLOSED OR THE DRYER WILL NOT START BECAUSE THE DOOR IS NOT DETECTED AS SECURED
Whirlpool Dryer door strike / pin door lock W11712578, Fixes Dryer door will not stay closed or the dryer will not start because the door is not detected as secured
Genuine Whirlpool OEM dryer door strike, also identified as a pin door lock, that engages the door latch to keep the dryer door closed.
Part W11712578Replaces 461970109981Whirlpool
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Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
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Part NumberW11712578
Replaces461970109981
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Part TypeDryer door strike / pin door lock
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberW11712578
Verified Previous OEM Numbers461970109981
Common Symptoms
- Difficulty closing the dryer door
- Door does not remain closed
- Dryer may refuse to start when the strike is broken, worn, or misaligned
- Noise from the door area when the strike does not engage the latch correctly
Check Before Replacing
- Inspect the strike for visible breakage, wear, looseness, or misalignment.
- Close the dryer door slowly and verify that the strike enters and engages the latch correctly.
- If the door does not remain closed, compare the strike and latch engagement before replacing other components.
Pro Tip
Verify the complete dryer model number before ordering because visually similar strikes may not be interchangeable.
Part Details
Part NumberW11712578
Part TypeDryer door strike / pin door lock
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Primary FunctionEngages the dryer door latch so the door remains securely closed during operation.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the dryer.
- Confirm the replacement strike matches the removed part and the appliance model before installation.
- After installation, verify that the door closes securely and engages the latch.
Verified Compatible Models
WCD3090JW0, WCD5090JW0, WHD3090GW0, WHD5090GW0, YWCD3090JW0, YWH D3090GW0, YWHD5090GW0
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
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