Whirlpool Dishwasher Rack Track Stop Parts — Models & Compatibility

That annoying rattle when your dishwasher rack slides too far? That's usually a missing or broken rack track stop. This small plastic clip keeps your upper rack positioned correctly on the track — and when it fails, you'll hear every bump and shift during the wash cycle. If your Whirlpool, Maytag, or KitchenAid dishwasher rack is noisy or won't stay in place, the WP8565925 track stop clips are the fix.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

This track stop fits dozens of Whirlpool-manufactured dishwasher models, including popular WDF, WDT, and DU series units. You'll need your exact model number to verify compatibility — it's typically on a sticker inside the door frame or along the top edge when you open the door. Look for models like WDF520PADM7, WDT730PAHZ, WDF330PAHS, or DU915PWSB0 in our compatibility list below.

About This Replacement Part

The WP8565925 is a simple clip-in part that takes less than 15 minutes to install — no tools required. You just snap it into the track on each side of the upper rack. One customer put it perfectly: "Clipped part into track on each side of top rack." Another noted they "got it quickly, no install problems and it works great." This part addresses several symptoms beyond just noise — it can fix door latch issues, doors that won't close properly, and even poor cleaning performance if the misaligned rack is blocking spray arms. It replaces older part numbers AP6013365, 8565925, W10082860, and 8524581.

Compatible Whirlpool Dishwasher Models

This rack track stop works with the following Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Kenmore models:

• WDF520PADM7, WDF520PADM
• WDT730PAHZ, WDT720PADM
• WDF330PAHS
• WDTA50SAHB0
• DU915PWSB0, DU915PWPS2
• DU1055XTVQ0
• DU900PWKB0
• DU945PWSB0
• WDF510PAYS8, WDF510PAYWA
• WDF560SAFW0

And many more WDF, WDT, DU, and WDTA series models. Check the full compatibility list on the product page.

Installation Overview

This is one of the easiest dishwasher repairs you'll do. Pull out the upper rack, locate the track on either side, and snap the stop clip into the designated slot. You'll feel it click into place. Test the rack movement — it should glide smoothly but stop before hitting the end of the track. The entire job takes under 15 minutes, and you don't need any special tools or skills.

Why This Part Fails

Rack track stops are plastic clips that get stressed every time you pull the rack in and out. Over time, they crack, break off, or simply fall out of position. Heavy dish loads and rough handling accelerate the wear. Once they're gone, the rack slides too far, hits the door assembly, or shifts during operation — causing that characteristic rattling noise and potentially affecting wash performance.