Midea Dryer: Door won't stay closed, still runs, taping closed

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:02:24 -0700

Insignia front load 4.4 NS-FDRE44W1-C (BEST BUY BRAND MADE BY MIDEA) I was doing my laundry yesterday and on my second load the door would not stay shut. I taped it shut and it is working. There is a locking mechanism and that is not locking but it is not preventing me from washing. I have found that part but I am wondering if there is also a catch. The door lock part is 12138200004802. I am trying to figure out replacing that will fix the problem. The customer service agent had no idea what I was talking about. The machine was purchased in 2021 so not too old but I can't find any images that are even close to what the latch on the door looks like to see if there is a simple catch I can replace. The door latch is a long metal piece clearly not compatible with the simple replacement parts I have found on line. Does anyone know how the door lock mechanism works and is it worth replacing to keep the door closed. I hate to do all the work to put the part in and have the same of the door not staying shut. thanks for any ideas!

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Midea Dryer: Door won't stay closed, still runs, taping closed