Parts for 40981 — Kenmore
We found 18 parts confirmed to fit the Kenmore 40981.
Compatibility table
| Part # | Part | Also fits | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| L20 | Light Bulb | 2 models | $2.16 · Amazon |
| H127 | Element | 4 models | — · Amazon |
| L21 | Socket Cover | 4 models | $2.29 · Amazon |
| L11 | Switch | 4 models | $8.49 · Amazon |
| H303 | Mounting Hub | 5 models | $2.29 · Amazon |
| H122 | Control Knob | 6 models | $2.29 · Amazon |
| H123 | Cord | 6 models | $2.00 · Amazon |
| L12 | Drum Motor | 6 models | $21.49 · Amazon |
| L14 | Scalpel | 6 models | $2.29 · Amazon |
| H121 | STRAINER - WASHER | 7 models | $17.91 · Amazon |
| H125 | Fan Blade | 8 models | $2.29 · Amazon |
| L17 | Log | 8 models | $9.00 · Amazon |
| W11254957 | Refrigerator Door Assembly, Left (Stainless) | 31 models | $698.72 · Amazon |
| WB24X10035 | Range Hood Fan Speed Control Kit | 37 models | $108.76 · Amazon |
| 25678 | Lawn Tractor Snowblower Attachment Mounting Plate, Right | 38 models | $29.85 · Amazon |
| 318022002 | Frigidaire Range Oven Control Board | 85 models | $318.73 · Amazon |
| EAU61505013 | Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor EAU61505013 | 88 models | $210.76 · Amazon |
| 240328203 | Refrigerator Door Hinge Bushing 240328203 | 993 models | $22.12 · Amazon |
Prices shown are an informational reference range only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly. Each part links to an Amazon search so you can compare current listings yourself.
Common failure areas on this model
The confirmed parts above group into a handful of failure areas. Here is what each points to and how to check it before you order anything.
Interior lighting
Symptom: The interior light doesn't turn on when the door opens.
Check: Confirm power is reaching the socket, then check the door-activated light switch before assuming the bulb itself is at fault.
Parts in this group on 40981: L20 (Light Bulb).
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.
Parts in this group on 40981: H127 (Element), L11 (Switch), H303 (Mounting Hub), H123 (Cord), L12 (Drum Motor), L14 (Scalpel), H121 (STRAINER - WASHER), H125 (Fan Blade), L17 (Log), W11254957 (Refrigerator Door Assembly, Left (Stainless)), WB24X10035 (Range Hood Fan Speed Control Kit), 25678 (Lawn Tractor Snowblower Attachment Mounting Plate, Right), EAU61505013 (Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor EAU61505013).
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.
Parts in this group on 40981: L21 (Socket Cover), H122 (Control Knob), 240328203 (Refrigerator Door Hinge Bushing 240328203).
Controls, timers and wiring
Symptom: A cycle that doesn't advance, an unresponsive display, or the unit not starting at all.
Check: Look for burn marks or a burnt smell near the board or terminals, and check whether buttons and knobs respond -- a unit that powers on but won't cycle often traces back to this group.
Parts in this group on 40981: 318022002 (Frigidaire Range Oven Control Board).
Before you buy
Match 40981 exactly against the model and serial plate on the appliance itself before ordering anything — a single mismatched character can point to a different production run with different parts. Then check the part number printed or stamped on the part you are replacing against the part numbers in the table above; the printed number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment when a model has gone through multiple production runs. RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly — every part link above routes to an Amazon search for that part number so you can compare current listings and sellers yourself.
How to confirm this is your model
Check inside a door opening, on a back or side panel, or behind a removable panel or drawer for a label printed with the model and serial number. Match every character exactly, including letters and dashes at the end — appliance model numbers often have similar prefixes but different suffixes for different production runs.
Still not sure?
Use the model lookup tool to search by model or part number, or start from the symptom your appliance is showing.