Samsung Dishwasher Door Latch Switch Parts — Models & Compatibility

Your Samsung dishwasher won't start, and you notice the door doesn't click shut like it used to. That's classic door latch failure — one of the most common issues across Samsung's DW80 series from 2014 onward. This hub covers the DD81-02132A door latch switch, which replaces the older DD81-01629A part and fits everything from the DW80F600 through the newer DW80R5060 models.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

Check your dishwasher's model number — it's usually on a sticker inside the door frame or along the top edge when you open it. This latch assembly fits Samsung models starting with DW80F, DW80J, DW80K, and DW80R. If your model number matches any in the compatibility list below, you're good to go. The part number may also be printed as DD81-01629A, AP6287051, PS12394435, or 4929247 depending on where you're looking.

About This Replacement Part

The door latch switch does two critical jobs: it physically holds the door closed during wash cycles and signals the control board that it's safe to start. When it fails, you'll either get a door that won't stay latched or a dishwasher that refuses to run even though the door seems closed. Samsung redesigned this part in 2016 (hence the DD81-02132A number replacing the older DD81-01629A), improving the switch mechanism that was prone to wear. Before you start the repair, unplug the dishwasher or flip the circuit breaker — this is a straightforward swap, but you're working near electrical connections. Wear work gloves since you'll be handling the metal latch assembly and potentially sharp edges inside the door frame.

Common Symptoms

• Door latch failure: The door doesn't click shut or pops open during cycles
• Door won't close: You push the door shut but it bounces back or won't engage
• Dishwasher won't start: Control panel lights up but nothing happens when you press start

Installation Overview

This repair typically takes 20-30 minutes. You'll need to remove the inner door panel to access the latch assembly, disconnect the old switch's wire harness, and bolt the new one in place. The hardest part is usually getting all those door panel screws back in the right order — take a photo before you start disassembly.

Compatible Samsung Dishwasher Models

This DD81-02132A door latch switch fits over 20 Samsung dishwasher models, including:

• DW80F600UTS, DW80F600UTB, DW80F600UTW — F-series models from 2014-2015
• DW80F800UWS — Premium F-series with WaterWall technology
• DW80J3020US, DW80J3020UB, DW80J3020UW — J-series models from 2016
• DW80K5050UB, DW80K5050US, DW80K5050UG, DW80K5050UW — K-series from 2017-2018
• DW80K7050US, DW80K7050UG — K-series premium models
• DW80R5060US, DW80R5060UG — R-series models from 2019-2020

If your model number isn't listed here but starts with DW80F, DW80J, DW80K, or DW80R, check the full compatibility list on the product page. Samsung used this latch design across most of their mid-range and premium dishwashers for about six years.