Parts for EF42DBSS — Whirlpool Refrigerator

We found 53 parts confirmed to fit the Whirlpool Refrigerator EF42DBSS.

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 EF42DBSS: W10168990 (Refrigerator Water Filter), W10856124 (ARM-DISPSR), WP2221296 (Air Baffle Assembly), 8201798 (BLOCK-FAN), WP2316859 (Bushing), WP2302876 (Bushing, Adjustable), 2208970 (DUCT-AIR), W11553221 (Door Compartment), W10839856 (FRONT-BSKT), WPW10504753 (Ice Door), WP2318082 (Ice Ejector Bar), WP2004994 (Lock, Adjustable Bushing), WPW10121451 (Nutsert), WP2259350 (Power Supply, Ingredient Care), W10645131 (RESERVOIR), WP2266802 (Refrigerator Switch Power Disconnect), W11631830 (STUD-HNDLE), W10407624 (USE WPL 2252412), W10133449 (Refrigerator Inverter Assembly), 2180224 (Refrigerator Ice Chute).

Ice maker and dispenser system

Symptom: No ice production, a jammed dispenser chute, or water leaking into the ice bin.

Check: Confirm water is actually reaching the icemaker (check the inlet valve and fill tube for a freeze-up), and check that the auger or dispenser motor turns freely without binding.

Parts in this group on EF42DBSS: WP2302944B (Dispenser Grille), WPW10395653 (Ice Container), WPW10277448 (Ice Maker), 2194719 (Refrigerator Dispenser Lever Retainer), 2162361 (Refrigerator Dispenser Switch).

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 EF42DBSS: W11448696 (BIN), W10323042 (BIN-CNTLVR), W10323599 (BIN-CNTLVR), W10323602 (BIN-CNTLVR), W10323747 (BIN-CNTLVR), WP2006780 (Bottom Door Hinge - Refrigerator Side), 2256466 (COVER-UNIT), 2302878 (Door Hinge), WPW10323173 (End Cap - Left), WPW10323172 (End Cap - Right), W10890886 (HEATER-PAN), WP2209022 (Housing), W11673500 (LEAF ASSY & SPACER-HINGE,TOP,B), W11724512 (LEAF ASSY-HINGE SERVICE KIT), W11474472 (SCREW), W10860229 (SUPPORT), W10860448 (SUPPORT), 2317982 (Drier Tube), 2183771 (Refrigerator Bracket).

Drive system (belts, pulleys, motors)

Symptom: The evaporator or condenser fan doesn't seem to be running, or a new grinding or rattling noise is coming from the back or bottom of the unit.

Check: With the unit unplugged, check that the fan in question spins freely by hand, then listen once it's back on for a grinding or rattling sound rather than a smooth hum.

Parts in this group on EF42DBSS: WPW10138054 (Cabinet Roller - Front and Rear).

Door and drum seals

Symptom: A door that won't stay sealed, causing warm spots inside or the compressor running longer than it should.

Check: Close the door on a strip of paper and pull it out; if it slides free with little resistance, the gasket has lost its grip and should be checked against your model's part number.

Parts in this group on EF42DBSS: WP2266902 (Door Gasket - White), WP2266905 (Freezer Door Gasket - White).

Cooling system (compressor, condenser, evaporator)

Symptom: The refrigerator or freezer runs warm, the compressor cycles on and off rapidly, or frost builds up heavily inside.

Check: Listen for the compressor and condenser fan actually running, feel the condenser coils for heat, and check the evaporator coil for an ice layer that blocks airflow.

Parts in this group on EF42DBSS: WP2306093 (Evaporator), W10841139 (COMPRESSOR).

Heat control (thermostats, fuses, heating element)

Symptom: The refrigerator's temperature reads inconsistently, or the compressor and defrost cycle seem out of step with how warm or cold it actually is inside.

Check: A thermistor that has drifted or failed reports the wrong temperature to the control board, so compare the compartment's actual temperature to what the display or dial shows.

Parts in this group on EF42DBSS: WP2302937 (Thermistor), WP2306010 (Thermistor).

Door, lid switches and latches

Symptom: A door that doesn't latch or stay closed, letting the interior light stay on or warm air get in.

Check: Check that the latch or catch engages fully when the door swings shut, and look for a cracked or worn strike plate or spring mechanism.

Parts in this group on EF42DBSS: 1115373 (Refrigerator Freeer Door Switch).

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 EF42DBSS: 1118894 (Refrigerator Light Switch).

Before you buy

Match EF42DBSS 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 refrigerators, the model and serial plate sits inside on a side wall or behind the bottom grille. 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 Refrigerator models

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

• EF42NBSS — 49 parts
• EF48BDCBSS — 6 parts
• EF48BNDBSS — 17 parts
• EF48DBSS — 47 parts
• EH050FXMQ04 — 3 parts
• EF42BNDBSS — 16 parts
• EF42BDCBSS — 18 parts
• EF36IWFSSS2 — 18 parts
• EF36IWFSSS1 — 18 parts
• EF36IWFSSS0 — 16 parts

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