Dryer Motor 8538262

Brand: Whirlpool · Appliance: Dryer · Fits: 406 models · Reference price: $138.38

8538262 is a Whirlpool replacement part (dryer motor) for dryers. Our fitment data lists 406 models that use it.

When to replace this part

General hardware and mounting parts

Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.

Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.

Models that use this part

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists 8538262 as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

• 279827 — Drive Motor with Pulley

Other parts for model LGQ9858LG1

If you are repairing that appliance, these are the most model-specific parts on file for the same model.

• Control Panel 8532631
• Control Panel 8532632
• Installation Instructions Literature Parts LIT8535830
• Knob 8538958
• Knob 8538960
• Knob (off-white) 8538954
• Medallion 3955775
• Owner's Manual LIT8522243

Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $138.38. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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Before you order

• Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
• Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
• If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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