Refrigerator Door Handle Assembly 98-4493

Brand: Whirlpool · Fits: 1 model · Reference price: $43.64

98-4493 is a Whirlpool replacement part (refrigerator door handle assembly). Our fitment data lists 1 model that use it.

When to replace this part

Storage, trim and cosmetic hardware

Symptom: A cracked shelf, broken door bin, worn hinge, or missing trim piece -- cosmetic and storage wear rather than a functional breakdown.

Check: Match the physical dimensions and mounting tabs of the old part before ordering; these pieces are often model-specific even between visually similar models.

Models that use this part

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists 98-4493 as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

• WP984493 — Refrigerator Door Handle Assembly

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Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $43.64. 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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