Dryer Door Catch DC97-16970B

Brand: Samsung · Appliance: Dryer · Fits: 11 models · Reference price: $108.65

DC97-16970B is a Samsung replacement part (dryer door catch) for dryers. Our fitment data lists 11 models that use it.

When to replace this part

Door, lid switches and latches

Symptom: The dryer won't run, or stops, unless the door is fully latched shut.

Check: Listen for an audible click when the door closes. No click, or a visibly cracked plastic tab on the latch, points to this part.

Models that use this part

All 11 confirmed models for this part.
ModelBrandApplianceParts on file
FGR331AS0FrigidaireDryer95
DVG52A5500W/A3-00SamsungDryer52
DVG55A7300E/A3-00SamsungDryer52
DVE52A5500C/A3-00SamsungDryer51
DVG52A5500V/A3-00SamsungDryer49
DVE52A5500V/A3-00SamsungDryer48
DVG52A5500C/A3-00SamsungDryer47
DVE55A7700V/A3-00SamsungDryer44
DVG55A7700V/A3-00SamsungDryer42
DVE55A7300E/A3-00SamsungDryer41
DVE52A5500W/A3-00SamsungDryer29

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Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $108.65. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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