2159083 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Refrigerator Door Gasket
The 2159083 is a genuine Whirlpool OEM door gasket for the fresh food (refrigerator) door on Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators. This flexible rubber gasket runs around the entire inner edge of the door and is what actually creates the airtight seal against the cabinet when the door closes — magnetic strips embedded inside the gasket pull it snug against the frame, keeping cold air inside and warm room air out. It's a simple-looking part with an outsized job: nearly every "why is my fridge working overtime" complaint traces back either to the gasket or to something the gasket is failing to seal against.
Black in color, measuring approximately 19-1/4" wide by 62" tall. Over time, the gasket's rubber loses flexibility and can crack, tear, or develop permanent creases, and its embedded magnetic strip can weaken. Food debris or moisture trapped along the sealing edge accelerates this wear. A failing gasket lets cold air leak out continuously, which forces the compressor to run longer and more often just to hold temperature, and often shows up as visible frost or condensation forming right at the seal. It directly replaces AP3038628, 2171185, 2181893, 2196241, 2221313, 2309529, 443026, AH323906, EA323906, EAP323906, PS323906, and W10912133. As a genuine OEM part, the 2159083 is manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance.
Quick Answer
The 2159083 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Refrigerator Door Gasket fixes Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators where the fresh food door doesn't seal properly, cold air leaks out, energy bills have climbed, or condensation and frost form around the door edge. Black, approximately 19-1/4"W x 62"H, for the fresh food (refrigerator) door specifically. Replaces AP3038628, 2171185, 2181893, 2196241, 2221313, 2309529, 443026, AH323906, EA323906, EAP323906, PS323906, W10912133. This is the fresh food door gasket — the matching freezer door gasket is a separate part, 2159082.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Fresh food compartment running warmer than it should, or refrigerator running constantly
- Door not closing properly or not staying sealed against the cabinet
- Visible cracks, tears, or permanent creases in the rubber gasket
- Condensation forming around the door seal or on the cabinet near the door
- Frost or ice buildup near the door edge inside the fresh food compartment
- Noticeably higher energy bills as the compressor works harder to maintain temperature
- Gasket that feels stiff, brittle, or has lost its flexibility with age
- Weak or inconsistent magnetic seal — the door doesn't "pull shut" the way it used to
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This refrigerator door gasket directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
2159083, AP3038628, 2171185, 2181893, 2196241, 2221313, 2309529, 443026, AH323906, EA323906, EAP323906, PS323906, W10912133
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This fresh food door gasket is compatible with select Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators across the Whirlpool family of brands, including:
- Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators — WRS325 and WRS315 series
- Maytag side-by-side refrigerators (select Whirlpool-built models)
- KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, and Amana refrigerators (select models)
- Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, and Roper refrigerators (select models)
- Estate and Inglis refrigerators (select models)
- Select Kenmore and Ikea refrigerators built on the Whirlpool platform
Verified model numbers include: WRS325FDAM, WRS325FDAM02, WRS325FDAM04, WRS325SDHZ, WRS325SDHW, WRS315SDHZ, and WRS315SDHM.
Note — fresh food door only: This is the gasket for the fresh food (refrigerator) door. The matching gasket for the freezer door on these same side-by-side models is a separate part, 2159082 (a different size, replacing a different set of numbers). The two are not interchangeable — check which door is actually failing to seal before ordering. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Genuine Whirlpool OEM part — factory-specified rubber compound, profile, and embedded magnetic strip
- Creates an airtight magnetic seal around the fresh food door to keep cold air in and warm air out
- Resolves "door not sealing," "condensation at the door," "frost buildup," and "refrigerator running constantly" symptoms caused by gasket failure
- Black finish, approximately 19-1/4" wide by 62" tall
- Direct drop-in replacement — mounts to the original inner door panel retaining channel
- Replaces AP3038628, 2171185, 2181893, 2196241, 2221313, 2309529, 443026, AH323906, EA323906, EAP323906, PS323906, and W10912133
- Compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Estate, Inglis, and Kenmore side-by-side refrigerators
- Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
- Straightforward DIY repair — typically 30 to 60 minutes
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
2159083 |
| Part Type |
Refrigerator Door Gasket — Fresh Food Door |
| Condition |
Genuine OEM |
| Brand |
Whirlpool |
| Application |
Side-by-Side Refrigerators |
| Color |
Black |
| Width |
Approx. 19-1/4 in. |
| Height |
Approx. 62 in. |
| Seal Type |
Magnetic strip embedded in flexible rubber gasket |
| Companion Part |
2159082 (freezer door gasket, sold separately) |
| Repair Difficulty |
Easy to Moderate — 30 to 60 minutes |
| Quantity |
1 gasket |
| Compatible Brands |
Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator Before Starting — Soften The Gasket First For An Easier Fit Disconnect power at the outlet before beginning. Wear work gloves. The gasket is held in a retaining channel around the inside edge of the door, usually secured by a continuous strip or a series of screws under a flap of the gasket itself — starting at one corner, gently pull back the inner lip of the old gasket to expose the retaining screws, then work your way around the door removing them. New gaskets can arrive stiff from packaging and folded for shipping, which makes them harder to seat evenly. Before installing, soften the new gasket by soaking it in warm water for several minutes, or by gently warming it with a hair dryer on low heat — this makes it far more pliable and easier to seat without permanent creases. Starting at the top corner, tuck the gasket's inner lip into the retaining channel and work around the door, replacing the screws as you go, checking periodically that the gasket lies flat with no twists, folds, or overlaps. Once fully installed, close the door and run your hand around the full perimeter feeling for warm spots or drafts, and use a piece of paper as a simple test — close the door on it at several points around the seal and check that it takes light resistance to pull out. Address any folds or creases immediately, since a gasket that seals with a crease in it will not hold that seal over time. Tools needed: flat-head or Phillips screwdriver (model-dependent), warm water or hair dryer, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if it's the fresh food gasket or the freezer gasket that's failing?
Check which door is actually leaking air — run your hand around the inside edge of each door with the refrigerator running, or use the paper test (close the door on a strip of paper at several points and see if it pulls out too easily). Whichever door fails that test is the one that needs its gasket replaced. This 2159083 listing is specifically for the fresh food (refrigerator) door; the freezer door on these same side-by-side models uses a separate part, 2159082.
The new gasket is stiff and hard to seat evenly. What can I do?
This is normal — gaskets often arrive stiff and creased from packaging. Softening the gasket before installation makes a real difference: soak it in warm water for a few minutes, or gently warm it with a hair dryer set on low heat, then work it into the retaining channel while it's still pliable. A gasket installed with folds or creases won't seal properly even if it's brand new, so take the extra few minutes to get it lying flat.
How can I confirm the gasket is actually the problem before I order?
The classic test is the dollar-bill or paper test: close the door on a strip of paper at several points around the full perimeter of the seal and gently pull it out. If it slides out with little to no resistance at any point, the seal has failed at that spot. Also visually inspect the gasket for cracks, tears, permanent creases, or a soft, mushy feel to the rubber — any of these confirm it's time to replace it rather than looking elsewhere for the cause of a warm refrigerator.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It matches the original rubber compound, profile, dimensions, and embedded magnetic strip of the fresh food door gasket originally installed on your side-by-side refrigerator.
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