Whirlpool Microwave: door not closing

Based on 3 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for door not closing: Used a tool to pull the latch back into position. (67.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Door latch misalignment (2 mentions)
  • Obstruction by internal components (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Used a tool to pull the latch back into position.

    Success rate: 33.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  2. Remove the control panel and wiggle the white square cog to retract the white pin.

    Success rate: 33.0% DIY: Yes Medium

  3. Replace the whole door latch assembly.

    Success rate: 33.0% DIY: Maybe Hard

Can I Fix This Myself?

67.0% DIY Success Rate

DIY

Analysis based on 3 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Whirlpool Microwave Door Latch Cam Stuck Pushed Back
  2. Model #WML55011HS Whirlpool microwave the white peg will not...
  3. Whirlpool WML5501HS - 0 door doesn't close

Community Discussions

The door cannot close as there is a white peg that is stopping the door from closing fully.

Remove the control panel and wiggle the white square cog to retract the white pin.

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door doesn't close

Replace the whole door latch assembly.

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Close/Open Door error message, door doesn't close

Used a tool to pull the latch back into position.

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