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Size / fit replacement
Dishwasher upper rack adjusters & wheels: Whirlpool W10712394 vs W10712395 vs WPW10546503, Bosch 00611666
When the top rack collapses on one side, won't stay at height, or its wheels snap off, the fix is usually the upper rack adjuster, the side assembly that holds the wheels and sets the rack height. On most Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Kenmore dishwashers the upper wheels are part of the adjuster, so you buy an adjuster kit rather than loose wheels. Bosch is different: its upper wheels clip on and are sold singly. This page helps you tell the two look-alike Whirlpool kits apart by wheel size and find the right Bosch wheel.
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Who needs this
- Whirlpool / KitchenAid / Maytag / Kenmore owners whose top rack drops on one side or won't lock at a height
- Anyone whose upper rack wheels broke off their plastic axles
- People who see W10712394 and W10712395 kits side by side on Amazon and can't tell which one fits
- Bosch / Thermador owners missing an upper rack wheel
- Owners who already fixed the lower rack (see lower rack wheels) and now need upper rack parts
How to choose (model, wheel size, kit vs single)
- Find what broke. Pull the upper rack all the way out and remove it. Check the adjuster on each side: snapped wheel axles, a cracked housing, or a release lever that no longer locks.
- Read the full dishwasher model from the label on the tub edge or door rim (Bosch: include the slash suffix). Look it up on a parts diagram (upper rack section) and copy the adjuster or wheel number.
- Measure the wheels (Whirlpool family). About 0.9" wheels means W10712394. About 1.25" wheels means W10712395. Amazon aftermarket sellers repeat this warning: the two kits will not swap.
- Kit vs single.
- W10712394 / W10712395: full left + right kits (adjusters, actuators, covers, housings, screws). Keep the stop clips from your old adjusters. Many KUDS30 / KUDS35-class KitchenAid models use W10712394; many WDT730 / WDT750 / WDT780 / WDT970-class Whirlpool and Kenmore 665-series models use W10712395.
- WPW10546503: a single adjuster that fits either side, for models whose diagram lists it. Order two to do both sides.
- Bosch 00611666 / 10032849: single upper rack wheel with bushing, about 1-1/4", for many Bosch, Thermador, and Gaggenau models. Sold singly and in 2- or 4-packs.
- OEM vs aftermarket. The genuine kit runs about $35 to $60. Aftermarket W10712395 kits on Amazon are cheaper and some add slide-rail stops; prefer listings that state the wheel diameter and print the OEM number.
- Install and test. No dishwasher disassembly is needed for most kits: swap the adjusters on the rack, refit the clips, slide the rack in, and test every height. PENDING_ASSOCIATES until a Tracking ID is configured.
Comparison criteria (what matters when shopping)
| Criterion | What to verify |
|---|---|
| OEM part number | W10712394, W10712395, or WPW10546503 (Whirlpool family); 00611666 / 10032849 (Bosch). |
| Wheel diameter | About 0.9" = W10712394. About 1.25" = W10712395. Not interchangeable. |
| Kit contents | Full kits cover both sides. WPW10546503 and Bosch wheels are sold singly. |
| Supersession | W10350376 / WPW10350376 / W10238417 / W10238418 / W10253546 → W10712394. W10350375 / W10250159 → W10712395. 00165313 → 00611666 → 10032849. |
| Crosses | W10712394: AP5956100, PS10064063. W10712395: AP5957560, PS10065979. 00611666: AP4355370, PS3477770. |
| Rack position | Upper rack only. Lower rack wheels are different parts. |
Common product paths (examples only)
These show up often in U.S. shopping. Verify the part number, wheel size, and full model before ordering.
| Product path | Notes |
|---|---|
| Whirlpool W10712395 kit (Amazon) | Larger ~1.25" wheels. Listings such as B0CZSCLZYH and aftermarket B0BZSQJNQ2 / B08941R36W-class. PENDING_ASSOCIATES. |
| Whirlpool W10712394 kit (Amazon) | Smaller ~0.9" wheels, gray housings. PENDING_ASSOCIATES. |
| Whirlpool WPW10546503 single adjuster (Amazon) | One side per piece; fits left or right. PENDING_ASSOCIATES. |
| Bosch 00611666 / 10032849 upper wheel (Amazon) | Clip-on wheel with bushing; singles and multipacks. PENDING_ASSOCIATES. |
| Wrong path: "universal" upper rack wheels | Whirlpool-family wheels come attached to the adjuster; loose universal wheels won't fix a broken axle. |
FAQ
Is W10712394 the same as W10712395?
No. They look alike but the wheels differ (about 0.9" vs about 1.25"). Measure your old wheels or check your model's diagram.
Why does the new kit look different from my old adjuster?
Whirlpool changed these parts from plastic to metal. The kit fits even though it doesn't match the original's look.
One side broke. Do I need the whole kit?
The W10712394 / W10712395 kits cover both sides, and owners often find the other side fails soon after. If your model uses WPW10546503, you can buy one piece.
Can I buy just the Whirlpool upper wheels?
On most of these models the wheels are built into the adjuster, so the adjuster kit is the replacement.
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Amazon — Whirlpool W10712394 / W10712395 (PENDING_ASSOCIATES)
Left + right adjuster kits. Match wheel size first. Amazon: W10712395 kit · Amazon search: W10712394 kit
Amazon — Whirlpool WPW10546503 (PENDING_ASSOCIATES)
Single upper rack adjuster, either side. Amazon search: WPW10546503
Amazon — Bosch 00611666 / 10032849 (PENDING_ASSOCIATES)
Upper rack wheel with bushing. Confirm model and slash suffix. Amazon search: 00611666 upper wheel
OEM pages
Check the kit contents and replaced numbers before shopping. Whirlpool/Maytag: W10712394 · Whirlpool Parts: rack adjusters
Related: lower rack wheels · upper spray arms · lower spray arms
Quick reorder checklist
- Remove the upper rack and check both adjusters
- Read the full dishwasher model (plus Bosch slash suffix)
- Measure the wheels: ~0.9" (W10712394) or ~1.25" (W10712395)
- Decide kit (both sides) or single (WPW10546503 / Bosch wheel)
- Keep the old stop clips during the swap
- Slide the rack in and test every height setting