Parts for A181 — Whirlpool Washer
We found 45 parts confirmed to fit the Whirlpool Washer A181.
Same parts list as A180 (Whirlpool Washer). A181 shares an identical confirmed parts list with A180 (Whirlpool Washer). That page is the canonical version of this parts list — use it if you want the primary reference, or stay here since the list below is exactly the same for A181.
Compatibility table
| Part # | Part | Also fits | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205828 | Inlet Hose | 17 models | — |
| WP22001619 | Air Tube for Tub Fill Volume | 30 models | $69.91 |
| 12112425 | Belt Kit | 30 models | $32.63 |
| WPY015666 | Center Seal Retaining Washer | 30 models | $9.62 |
| WPW10548433 | Clamp | 30 models | $7.09 |
| WP22003410 | Corrugated Drain Hose | 30 models | $50.56 |
| 203956 | Damper Pad Kit | 30 models | $38.96 |
| WP211948 | Drive Belt - 120v 50 cycle | 30 models | $84.23 |
| 12002351 | Drive Motor - One Speed - 120V | 30 models | $128.66 |
| WP211949 | Eyebolt Nut | 30 models | $7.47 |
| WP22213057 | Injector Sleeve Bracket - Side Mounting | 30 models | $9.62 |
| WP213720 | Lid Switch Actuator Spring | 30 models | $9.62 |
| WP22003555 | Lock Washer for Stop Lug | 30 models | $19.30 |
| 205134 | Motor Switch | 30 models | $67.51 |
| WP211232 | Outer Tub Clamp Seal | 30 models | $55.29 |
| WPY212989 | Outer Tub to Pump Hose | 30 models | $44.23 |
| WP211451 | Pump Belt | 30 models | $72.00 |
| WP22001448 | Pump-to-Siphon Break Drain Hose | 30 models | $63.64 |
| WPY313561 | SCREW----NA (PART NOT USED-DE | 30 models | $7.47 |
| WP215120 | SEAL FOR I | 30 models | $7.47 |
| WP210286 | Seal | 30 models | $8.55 |
| 206638 | Siphon Break Connector Kit | 30 models | $51.61 |
| WP22001650 | Spring Retaining Clip | 30 models | $9.62 |
| 208847 | Syphon Break Elbow Kit with Clamp | 30 models | $32.63 |
| WP214765 | Syphon Break Gasket | 30 models | $53.20 |
| 202718 | Tension Springs -Set of 2 | 30 models | $16.07 |
| 2301530 | Transmission Drive Pulley | 30 models | $113.45 |
| 2040130 | Tub Bearing Kit | 30 models | $70.95 |
| W10175939 | Tub Bolt | 30 models | $7.47 |
| WP212716 | Washer Lid Bumper | 30 models | $7.47 |
| WP311155 | Wire | 30 models | $12.85 |
| 202861 | Carton Of 25 | 55 models | — |
| W11129403 | BOLT | 64 models | $13.72–$21.45 |
| WP213013 | Injector Hose | 76 models | $17.81–$42.12 |
| WP211089 | LUG- STOP | 76 models | $7.98–$11.77 |
| WP213015 | Plastic Injector Nozzle | 76 models | $7.21–$9.62 |
| WP22003441 | Rear Bearing | 76 models | $7.82–$18.22 |
| WP216201 | Rubber Injector Valve | 76 models | $11.12–$20.37 |
| WP211726 | Washing Machine Lid Hinge Ball | 76 models | $5.30–$9.62 |
| 205000 | Glide and Spring Kit | 84 models | $26.02–$54.24 |
| 202860 | Inlet Hose Kit | 423 models | $57.26 |
| 200461 | Hose Clamp | 470 models | — |
| 214739 | Spring Hose | 541 models | — |
| 211125 | Washer Drive Belt | 821 models | — |
| 211124 | Washer Pump Drive Belt | 821 models | — |
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.
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 A181: 205828 (Inlet Hose), WPY015666 (Center Seal Retaining Washer), WPW10548433 (Clamp), 203956 (Damper Pad Kit), WP211949 (Eyebolt Nut), WP22003555 (Lock Washer for Stop Lug), 205134 (Motor Switch), WP211232 (Outer Tub Clamp Seal), WPY212989 (Outer Tub to Pump Hose), WP215120 (SEAL FOR I), WP210286 (Seal), 208847 (Syphon Break Elbow Kit with Clamp), 2040130 (Tub Bearing Kit), W10175939 (Tub Bolt), WP212716 (Washer Lid Bumper), WP311155 (Wire), 202861 (Carton Of 25), W11129403 (BOLT), WP213013 (Injector Hose), WP211089 (LUG- STOP), WP213015 (Plastic Injector Nozzle), WP22003441 (Rear Bearing), WP216201 (Rubber Injector Valve), 202860 (Inlet Hose Kit), 200461 (Hose Clamp).
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 A181: WP22001619 (Air Tube for Tub Fill Volume), WP22213057 (Injector Sleeve Bracket - Side Mounting), WPY313561 (SCREW----NA (PART NOT USED-DE), WP22001650 (Spring Retaining Clip), 202718 (Tension Springs -Set of 2), 205000 (Glide and Spring Kit), 214739 (Spring Hose).
Drive system (belts, pulleys, motors)
Symptom: A drum or tub that won't turn, a burning-rubber smell, or a loud thump or squeal during a cycle.
Check: With power off, turn the drum or tub by hand -- resistance or grinding points to the motor or a bearing, and a cracked, glazed, or snapped belt is visible once the cabinet is open.
Parts in this group on A181: 12112425 (Belt Kit), WP211948 (Drive Belt - 120v 50 cycle), 12002351 (Drive Motor - One Speed - 120V), WP211451 (Pump Belt), 2301530 (Transmission Drive Pulley), 211125 (Washer Drive Belt), 211124 (Washer Pump Drive Belt).
Water inlet and drainage
Symptom: A washer that won't fill, fills slowly, won't drain, or leaves standing water in the tub.
Check: For fill problems, check the inlet valve's screen filters for sediment. For drain problems, check the pump for a jammed object and confirm the drain hose isn't kinked or looped too high.
Parts in this group on A181: WP22003410 (Corrugated Drain Hose), WP22001448 (Pump-to-Siphon Break Drain Hose), 206638 (Siphon Break Connector Kit).
Door, lid switches and latches
Symptom: The washer won't start, or it stops mid-cycle as soon as the lid is opened.
Check: Listen for an audible click when the lid closes. No click, or a visibly cracked plastic tab on the latch, points to this part.
Parts in this group on A181: WP213720 (Lid Switch Actuator Spring), WP211726 (Washing Machine Lid Hinge Ball).
Door and drum seals
Symptom: A door boot or gasket that's torn or losing its seal, letting water leak out during the wash or spin cycle.
Check: Check the door boot or gasket for tears, especially near the drain hole at the bottom, and confirm it isn't pinched or twisted where it clamps to the drum.
Parts in this group on A181: WP214765 (Syphon Break Gasket).
Before you buy
Match A181 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
On most washers, the model and serial plate sits under the lid or on the back panel. 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.
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