Parts for 62538848003 — Kenmore

We found 84 parts confirmed to fit the Kenmore 62538848003.

Compatibility table

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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.

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 62538848003: 7264451 (Face Decal), 7268099 (Face Decal), 7326504 (Faceplate), 7232234 (Bushing Reducer), 7131365 (Water Softener Brine Valve Screen), 7301449 (Water Softener Salt Storage Tank), 7082150 (Ecodyne Wing Nut (White)), 7094979 (Insert (White)), 7252268 (O-Ring), 0900060 (O-Ring (Black)), 7284639 (Rim (Blue)), 7325223 (Salt Lid), 7310197 (Water Softener Brine Valve), 7084607 (Water Softener Flow Plug), 3479901 (Water Softener Installation Parts Bag), 7175238 (Waterworks Water Softener C-Ring), 7175199 (Waterworks Water Softener Wave Washer), 7174313 (Waterworks Water Softener Wave Washer Bearing), 7231393 (Whirlpool Water Softener Motor Plate), 7173024 (Whirlpool Water Softener O-Ring), 7137913 (Decal), 7171145 (Kenmore Water Softener Valve Body), 7176161 (O-Ring (Black)), 7171349 (Water Softener Filter Screen), 7170254 (Water Softener O-Ring), 7170270 (Water Softener O-Ring), 7123613 (Water Softener Silicone Grease), 7172989 (Whirlpool Water Softener Drain Plug Seal), 7195482 (Whirlpool Water Softener Nozzle and Venturi Seal), 7146043 (Water Softener Filter Screen), 7170319 (Water Softener O-Ring), 7287213 (Water Softener Parts Bag), 7173016 (Waterworks Water Softener O-Ring), 7214383 (Whirlpool Water Softener Bypass Valve), 7171187 (Whirlpool Water Softener Drain Plug), 7173032 (Whirlpool Water Softener O-Ring, 4-1/2 x 4-7/8-in), 7170288 (Ecodyne Water Softener O-Ring), 7228544 (Rep'l Motor).

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 62538848003: 7229980 (Water Softener Cover), 7219545 (Gear Cam), 7308904 (Guide Cap), 7095470 (Water Softener Brine Tube), 7224087 (Water Softener Screw), 7169180 (Whirlpool Drain Clip (Black)), 7232250 (Screw (Blue)), 7092294 (Water Softener Clip), 7167659 (Water Softener Nozzle and Venturi Screen Support), 0900857 (Water Softener Screw, 6 x 20 - 3/8-in), 7172997 (Whirlpool Water Softener Screw, 10 x 2-5/8-in), 7140738 (Whirlpool Water Softener Screw, 4-24 x 3/4-in), 7094898 (Whirlpool Water Softener Turbine Support), 7129889 (Water Softener Drain Plug Spring), 7199729 (Water Softener Venturi Valve Cap), 7171250 (Whirlpool Water Softener Cam Bearing), 7283489 (Water Softener Cam and Gear 7283489).

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 62538848003: 7285716 (Water Softener Electronic Control Board), 7309811 (Water Softener Flow Meter Wire Harness).

Water inlet and drainage

Symptom: The unit isn't getting water when it should, or isn't draining or pumping it out when it should.

Check: Check the valve or pump for a clog or jammed object, and confirm the hose isn't kinked, restricted, or routed higher than the unit allows.

Parts in this group on 62538848003: 7271270 (Water Softener Drain Hose Connector).

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 62538848003: 7286021 (Water Softener Tank Light).

Door and drum seals

Symptom: A door or drum seal that has lost its grip, letting water or conditioned air escape past it.

Check: Inspect the seal for tears, flattening, or gaps, and check it against your model's part number before ordering.

Parts in this group on 62538848003: 7114533 (Water Softener Nozzle and Venturi Gasket Kit).

Before you buy

Match 62538848003 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.

Other models with this exact parts list

Each model below is confirmed to share the identical compatible-parts list with this one.

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