Parts for WTW5550SQ0 — Whirlpool Washer

We found 190 parts confirmed to fit the Whirlpool Washer WTW5550SQ0.

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.

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 WTW5550SQ0: 8578790 (Control Panel), 8565947 (Knob), 8565944 (Dryer Control Knob), 8544893 (Bracket), 8559336 (Hinge), 8318015 (Rear Panel), 3976348 (Sound Absorber, Cabinet), 8575214 (Support), 8271359 (End Cap), 8317975 (Washer Clip), 8541658 (Connector), 8271365 (End Cap (white)), 387806 (Spring), 3354926 (Connector), 3352944 (Harness Clip), 3390423 (Connector), 62676 (Spring), 388498 (Harness Clip), 3400073 (Washer Screw), 64065 (Bracket), WP3952374 (Washer Bearing Cam Driven), 2219077 (CLIP), 3347243 (Connector), 8559320 (Kirkland Washer Clip), WP62646 (Washer Clutch Spring Cap).

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 WTW5550SQ0: 3957874 (Laundry Guide), 8580057 (Lid), 8580058 (Lid), 3955884 (Owner's Manual), 8566266 (Washer Dispenser Assembly), 8578335 (Washer Water Temperature Control Switch), 8577358 (Wiring Diagram), W10044800 (Installation Instructions), 280130 (Adapter), W10123170 (Energy Guide), 4313896 (Washer Repair Manual), 3952056 (Washer Motor Switch), 8055003 (Retainer), 3952821 (Relief Stirrer), 285735 (Washer), 90369 (Retaining Ring), 303294 (Protector), 62618 (Adj Guides), WP8566018 (Washer Dial (Washer)), 63523 (Protector), 367031 (Washer Drain Protector), 8541667 (Clamp, Hose), WP388815 (Washer).

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 WTW5550SQ0: 8319539 (Washer Lid Hinge Bearing).

Controls, timers and wiring

Symptom: A cycle that doesn't advance, the wrong water level filling, an unresponsive display, or the washer 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 WTW5550SQ0: W10044160 (Washer Wire Harness), W10034740 (Washer Timer Knob (Bisque)), 3948614 (Washer Timer Wire Harness Connector), 8318046 (Washer Capacitor Strap), 3349557 (Washer Wire Harness Retainer), WP389379 (Washer Wire Harness Retainer), WP3400818 (Screw Timer Mounting).

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 WTW5550SQ0: WP8577378 (Washer Drain Hose U-Bend Bracket), 40922 (Drain Hose Extension Kit).

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 WTW5550SQ0: 62619 (Washer Gear Case Flat Washer), 285202 (Washer Gear Case Cover, Upper).

Before you buy

Match WTW5550SQ0 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.

Neighbouring Whirlpool Washer models

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

• WTW5550ST0 — 35 parts
• WTW5550XW0 — 46 parts
• WTW5550XW1 — 43 parts
• WTW5550XW2 — 51 parts
• WTW5550XW3 — 50 parts
• WTW5540ST0 — 34 parts
• WTW5540SQ0 — 32 parts
• WTW5530SQ0 — 36 parts
• WTW5521SQ0 — 46 parts
• WTW5520SQ0 — 39 parts

Other models with this exact parts list

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

• GST9630PG2 — 33 parts

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