Washer Vibrating, Walking, or Rocking? Leveling Leg W10862938 – Fix Instability Fast

A washing machine that vibrates excessively, walks across the floor, or rocks during the spin cycle is almost always caused by a worn, cracked, or missing leveling leg. In most Whirlpool-built washers, the four adjustable leveling legs carry the full load of the machine and absorb vibration during high-speed spin — when one fails or goes missing, the machine becomes dangerously unstable and can damage flooring or nearby cabinetry. ⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-built top-load and front-load washers. Part W10862938 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores a level, stable footing with no modification required.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

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

• ✔ Your washer is a Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, or Kenmore model built on the Whirlpool platform
• ✔ The washer vibrates excessively, rocks, or moves during the spin cycle
• ✔ The floor surface is confirmed level — the issue is the leg, not the floor
• ✔ One or more legs are cracked, stripped, missing, or won’t hold adjustment
• ✔ ONLY problem is instability or vibration — not a drum bearing, suspension rod, or shock absorber issue

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

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Washer vibrates violently or walks across the floor during spin
• Machine rocks side-to-side or front-to-back when loaded
• Loud banging or thumping during spin cycle
• Leveling leg spins freely and won’t hold its set height
• Visible crack, break, or missing rubber foot on one or more legs
• Washer leaves marks or scratches on flooring from movement

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

✔ In most cases, replacing this leveling leg restores stable, quiet operation immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: W10862938
• Type: Washer Adjustable Leveling Leg with Rubber Foot
• Replaces: OEM direct-fit leveling leg assembly — supersedes W10245373 (no modification required)
• Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kenmore

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: Easy (1/5) — 5–10 minutes per leg. No need to disconnect power for leg replacement, but move the washer away from the wall for safe access. Thread the new leg into the base mount by hand until snug, then use an adjustable wrench to fine-tune the height. Use a bubble level on top of the machine to confirm all four corners are even before pushing the washer back into position — an unlevel machine will re-develop vibration issues even with new legs.

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Contact us to verify your model number — compatible with a wide range of Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, and Kenmore washer models.