Whirlpool W11746638 Washer Door Bellow Seal – Fix Washer That Leaks, Won't Seal, or Has Mold

ℹ️ This part supersedes W11714349. You are viewing the current OEM replacement. OEM REPLACEMENT PART Whirlpool W11746638 Washer Door Bellow Seal Part# W11746638 Replaces W11714349 Fits Whirlpool Fits Maytag Washer Leaking or Won't Seal? W11746638 Door Bellow Seal – Fix Door Leaks Fast A leaking front-load washer door is almost always caused by a failed door bellow seal. In most Whirlpool and Maytag front-load washers, the door bellow (also called a door boot gasket) creates the watertight seal between the drum and the door glass. When it fails, water leaks onto the floor during every cycle, mold and mildew accumulate in the folds, and the drum may become visible through tears or cracks. ⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-built front-load washers. Part W11746638 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores a complete watertight seal and eliminates leaks immediately. ❓ Is This the Right Part? This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true: ✔ Washer powers on and runs normally ✔ Drum spins and other functions work correctly ✔ Water supply and drain confirmed OK ✔ ONLY problem is water leaking from the door area, visible tears/cracks in the bellow, or mold buildup in the door gasket folds Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order. 🔧 Common Symptoms Water pooling on the floor in front of the washer during or after a cycle Visible tears, cracks, or holes in the rubber door gasket Persistent mold, mildew, or foul odour in the door seal folds Door does not seal tightly — drum visible through gap Clothes or small items getting caught between the door and drum ✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system. ✔ In most cases, replacing this door bellow seal restores normal watertight operation immediately. 📦 Part Details Part Number: W11746638 Replaces: W11714349 Type: Front Load Washer Door Bellow / Boot Gasket Seal Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag OEM: Genuine Whirlpool replacement part ⚠️ Recommended While Repairing: Inspect the door bellow clamp (spring band clamp) while the bellow is removed — if it's stretched, corroded, or damaged, replace it at the same time to ensure a proper seal and avoid a repeat repair. ⚙️ Installation Skill Level: Moderate — 45–75 minutes. Disconnect power before servicing. Remove the front panel or door boot retaining ring to access the bellow, peel the old gasket off the drum lip and door frame, seat the new bellow carefully ensuring the drain hole is positioned at the bottom, and reinstall the retaining clamp. Run a short cycle to confirm no leaks before reassembling panels. ✓ Compatible Models Confirmed compatible with select Whirlpool and Maytag front-load washer models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering. 💡 Pro Tip Replace the Clamp at the Same Time: The door bellow clamp (spring band or wire clamp) is inexpensive and often weakened by the same age and heat cycles that failed the bellow. Replacing both in one visit saves a second labour call and ensures the new seal seats correctly under full drum pressure.