Samsung · Dryer part
Dryer Idler Spring DC61-01215B
Reference price$3.56–$16.71
Catalog price as of 2026-05; not a live Amazon price.
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- Part number
- DC61-01215B
- Brand
- Samsung
- Made for
- Dryer
- Fits
- 400 models
- Also sold as
- Kenmore
- Fitment checked against 400 models
- Purchase, shipping and returns handled by Amazon
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Does it fit your appliance?
Find it on the data plate inside the door or lid. It is not the serial number.
About this part
DC61-01215B is a Samsung replacement part (dryer idler spring) for dryers. Our fitment data lists 400 models that use it.
This idler spring (part number DC61-01215B) is for dryers. Idler spring DC61-01215B holds the idler pulley tight against the drum belt, allowing the belt to turn. Unplug the dryer before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.
Symptoms this part fixes
- Dry
How to confirm it has failed
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.
Models that use this part
| Model | Brand | Appliance | Parts on file |
|---|---|---|---|
| DV52J8060EW/A2-00 | Samsung | Dryer | 143 |
| DV457GVGSGR/AA-01 | Samsung | Dryer | 142 |
| DV405GTPAWR/AA-02 | Samsung | Dryer | 138 |
| DV456GWHDSU/AA-00 | Samsung | Dryer | 127 |
| DV457EVGSWR/AA-01 | Samsung | Dryer | 127 |
| DV331AEW/XAA-02 | Samsung | Dryer | 118 |
| DV42H5000EW/A3-02 | Samsung | Dryer | 118 |
| DV419AGU/XAA-00 | Samsung | Dryer | 117 |
| DV219AGB/XAA-00 | Samsung | Dryer | 112 |
| DV338AGB/XAA-00 | Samsung | Dryer | 106 |
| DV448AGP/XAA-02 | Samsung | Dryer | 102 |
| DV330AEB/XAA-02 | Samsung | Dryer | 86 |
| DV448AEP/XAA-01 | Samsung | Dryer | 85 |
| DV409AER/XAA-02 | Samsung | Dryer | 82 |
| DV331AER/XAA-01 | Samsung | Dryer | 80 |
| DV484GTHAWR/A1-01 | Samsung | Dryer | 78 |
| DV448AEE/XAA-00 | Samsung | Dryer | 77 |
| DV448AEW/XAA-01 | Samsung | Dryer | 76 |
| DV5471AEP/XAA-01 | Samsung | Dryer | 76 |
| DV42H5200EF/A3-00 | Samsung | Dryer | 75 |
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Installation
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Before you order
Frequently asked questions
Which models does DC61-01215B fit?
Our fitment data lists 400 models that use DC61-01215B, including DV52J8060EW/A2-00, DV457GVGSGR/AA-01, DV405GTPAWR/AA-02. Enter your model number in the fit checker on this page to confirm.
What symptoms point to a failed dryer idler spring?
The source catalog links this part to these symptoms: dry.
How much does DC61-01215B cost?
Catalog prices on file range $3.56–$16.71 (as of 2026-05). The current Amazon price can differ, so check it before you order.