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Samsung Dishwasher won't latch
If your Samsung dishwasher door won't latch, start with the parts most likely to throw the door out of alignment. Damaged door hinges are the top cause, since a bent or broken hinge can keep the door from lining up with the latch. Next, check the door seal and make sure it is fully seated in its track, because a misaligned or worn seal can stop the door from closing far enough to catch. If the door feels heavy or drops fast when opened, a broken door spring or door cable is a common reason a Samsung dishwasher door won't latch, and replacing both springs or both cables together helps prevent uneven wear. After that, inspect the door latch and door strike for cracks or wear, since either part can keep the latch from catching properly. If your dishwasher door won't latch or the latch is not catching, these are the parts to inspect first. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact Samsung door hinge, door seal, door spring, door cable, door latch, or door strike that fits your specific dishwasher.
01 - Samsung Dishwasher Door Hinge
If the door hinges are damaged, the door won’t be able to latch properly. Inspect the door hinges for damage. If a hinge is bent or broken, replace it.
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02 - Samsung Dishwasher Door Seal
A dishwasher door having trouble latching could be caused by a damaged or misaligned door seak. Confirm the seal is fully seated in its track and replace if necessary.
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03 - Samsung Dishwasher Door Spring
A dishwasher door spring is attached to a cable to prevent the door from dropping down when opened and to allow the door to be more easily closed and latched. If the door feels heavy when opened or falls quickly, a broken door spring or cable is likely the cause. If the damaged component is not replaced, the strain on the door hinge can lead to hinge failure which can result in the door not latching properly. It is recommended to replace both door springs at the same time to reduce uneven wear.
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04 - Samsung Dishwasher Door Latch
Inspect the door latch assembly for damage. If the door latch is broken, replace it. The door latch is not repairable—if it is broken, you must replace it.
Highly Likely
05 - Samsung Dishwasher Door Cable
A dishwasher door cable is attached to a spring to prevent the door from dropping down when opened and to allow the door to be more easily closed and latched. If the door feels heavy when opened or falls quickly, a broken door cable or spring is likely the cause. If the damaged component is not replaced, the strain on the door hinge can lead to hinge failure which can result in the door not latching properly. It is recommended to replace both door cables at the same time to reduce uneven wear.
Highly Likely
06 - Samsung Dishwasher Door Strike
Inspect the door strike assembly for damage. If the door strike is broken, replace it. The door strike is not repairable—if it is broken, you must replace it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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