Parts for DU851SWPS0 — Whirlpool Dishwasher

We found 8 parts confirmed to fit the Whirlpool Dishwasher DU851SWPS0.

Same parts list as DU850SWPS0 (Whirlpool Dishwasher). DU851SWPS0 shares an identical confirmed parts list with DU850SWPS0 (Whirlpool Dishwasher). 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 DU851SWPS0.

Compatibility table

All 8 confirmed parts, ordered so parts that fit fewer models (more specific to this appliance) appear first.
Part #PartAlso fitsReference price
WP8535368Timer30 models$197.29
371505Clamp297 models
8268852Wheel314 models
3380854Dishwasher Door Latch563 models
8283345Valve-inlt581 models
8524581Stop777 models
3376927Dishwasher Door Seal1,203 models
717273Dishwasher Heating Element Rubber Washer2,130 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.

Controls, timers and wiring

Symptom: A cycle that stops partway through, an error code or blinking light, 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 DU851SWPS0: WP8535368 (Timer).

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 DU851SWPS0: 371505 (Clamp), 8268852 (Wheel), 8283345 (Valve-inlt), 8524581 (Stop).

Door, lid switches and latches

Symptom: The dishwasher won't start, or stops mid-cycle, unless the door is fully latched shut.

Check: Listen for an audible click when the door latches. No click, or a visibly worn or broken latch or strike, points to this part.

Parts in this group on DU851SWPS0: 3380854 (Dishwasher Door Latch).

Door and drum seals

Symptom: Water leaking out from around the door during or after a cycle.

Check: Check the door gasket for tears, flattening, or a section pulled loose from its channel, and confirm it seats evenly all the way around when the door is closed.

Parts in this group on DU851SWPS0: 3376927 (Dishwasher Door Seal).

Heat control (thermostats, fuses, heating element)

Symptom: Dishes don't dry at the end of the cycle, or a heated-dry setting doesn't seem to do anything.

Check: With the dishwasher unplugged, check continuity across the heating element or thermostat with a multimeter -- no continuity means it has failed.

Parts in this group on DU851SWPS0: 717273 (Dishwasher Heating Element Rubber Washer).

Before you buy

Match DU851SWPS0 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 dishwashers, the model and serial plate sits on the edge of the door or the tub rim. 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.

Neighbouring Whirlpool Dishwasher models

These model numbers sort next to this one in the catalog and are usually the same product family.

Still not sure?

Use the model lookup tool to search by model or part number, or start from the symptom your appliance is showing.