Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Kenmore & Maytag Ice Maker Assembly Parts — Models & Compatibility

This 8-cube ice maker assembly (part number 2198597) fits dozens of side-by-side and bottom-freezer refrigerators across Whirlpool's family of brands. If your KitchenAid KSRX25FNST01, Kenmore 10657026603, Maytag MSD2658KES02, or Whirlpool GS5SHAXNB01 has stopped making ice or dispenses only a few cubes at a time, this is typically the culprit. It replaces several discontinued part numbers including W10190960, W10122502, and 2198678.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

Check your refrigerator's model number tag — it's usually inside the fresh food section, on the left side wall or behind the crisper drawer. Cross-reference it with the compatibility list below. This assembly works across multiple brands because Whirlpool manufactures KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, and many Kenmore models. If your model number starts with KSRX, KSRT, KSRU, KSCS, 106.5, MSD, ED5, GS5, or GD5, you're likely in the right place.

About This Replacement Part

The 2198597 is a complete ice maker module — the mechanical unit that cycles water, freezes it into eight cubes, and ejects them into your bin. When it fails, you'll see symptoms like no ice production at all, intermittent cycling, or just a trickle of cubes when you need a full bin. Some units leak water into the freezer when the fill valve sticks open. One customer described their repair: "Removed 4 screws and unplugged the connection... then replaced." Another confirmed: "Easy repair. Anyone with basic skills can do this." The installation takes 15-30 minutes with a screwdriver and nutdriver. One important note from the field: reuse the bottom mounting bracket from your old ice maker and attach it to the new unit — the replacement doesn't always include that bracket.

Compatible Models (Sample)

This part fits over 100 models. Here are twenty common ones:

• KitchenAid: KSRX25FNST01, KSRT25CRBL01, KSRU25CRST00, KSCS25INSS00
• Kenmore: 10657026603, 10651554103, 10656542400, 106.53632300
• Maytag: MSD2658KES02, MSD2542VEB01
• Whirlpool: ED5NHAXNT02, GS5SHAXNB01, GD5PHAXMS10, GS6NVEXSL00

If your model isn't listed, use the search function on the product page to verify compatibility with your exact model number.

Installation Overview

Turn off power to the refrigerator. Remove the ice bin. You'll find the ice maker mounted to the left freezer wall with four screws. Disconnect the wiring harness (it's a simple plug). If your model has a heater cover over the mold, remove that too. Transfer the bottom mounting bracket to the new unit. Install in reverse order: attach bracket, plug in harness, mount with screws, replace heater cover if applicable, turn power back on. Give it 24 hours to produce the first batch — it needs time to cool down and cycle.

Why This Part Fails

Ice makers work hard. The 2198597 cycles dozens of times per day — filling with water, freezing, heating just enough to release the cubes, ejecting, then repeating. Over five to ten years, the motor gears wear down, the water valve clogs with mineral deposits, or the thermistor (temperature sensor) drifts out of calibration. Sometimes the ejector arm cracks from ice buildup. When any of these components fail, the whole assembly needs replacement — individual components aren't sold separately for this modular design.

Tools You'll Need

• Phillips screwdriver
• 1/4" nutdriver (for some models)
• Flashlight (to see wiring connections)

Price and Availability

The 2198597 ice maker assembly is priced at $108.99 and typically ships within one business day. Given the labor cost of a service call ($150-250 in most markets), this is a straightforward DIY repair that pays for itself immediately.