Parts for PVM9179SK5SS — GE Microwave
We found 10 parts confirmed to fit the GE Microwave PVM9179SK5SS.
Same parts list as CVM517P2M5S1 (GE Microwave). PVM9179SK5SS shares an identical confirmed parts list with CVM517P2M5S1 (GE Microwave). 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 PVM9179SK5SS.
Compatibility table
| Part # | Part | Also fits | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB56X35363 | Microwave Mounting Plate | 24 models | — |
| WB10X35397 | Microwave Door Latch Housing and Interlock Switch Assembly | 30 models | — |
| WB02X32720 | Microwave Door Latch Housing | 32 models | — |
| WB27X32632 | ENCODER BOAR | 40 models | — |
| WB27X35382 | Microwave High-Voltage Diode | 99 models | — |
| WB27X10928 | Microwave Fuse WB27X10928 | 146 models | $13.73 |
| WB09X10017 | Microwave Door Latch Spring | 160 models | — |
| WB24X25397 | Microwave Door Interlock Switch | 172 models | — |
| WB24X10047 | Microwave Primary Interlock Switch | 361 models | — |
| WB27X10701 | Drive Capacitor | 435 models | — |
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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 PVM9179SK5SS: WB56X35363 (Microwave Mounting Plate), WB27X32632 (ENCODER BOAR), WB27X35382 (Microwave High-Voltage Diode), WB27X10928 (Microwave Fuse WB27X10928), WB24X25397 (Microwave Door Interlock Switch), WB24X10047 (Microwave Primary Interlock Switch).
Door, lid switches and latches
Symptom: The appliance won't start, or stops, unless the lid or door is fully latched shut.
Check: Listen for an audible click when the lid or door closes. No click, or a visibly cracked plastic tab on the latch, points to this part.
Parts in this group on PVM9179SK5SS: WB10X35397 (Microwave Door Latch Housing and Interlock Switch Assembly), WB02X32720 (Microwave Door Latch Housing), WB09X10017 (Microwave Door Latch Spring).
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 PVM9179SK5SS: WB27X10701 (Drive Capacitor).
Before you buy
Match PVM9179SK5SS 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 microwaves, the model and serial plate sits inside the door frame. 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 GE Microwave models
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Other models with this exact parts list
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